# Lashing and Securing Cargo Standards

*Last updated: 2026-06-25*

> Lashing and cargo securing standards define how freight must be restrained on a means of transport to prevent shifting, tipping, and falling during transit – a distinct discipline from packaging norms, which govern protection within the packaging itself.

Lashing and cargo securing standards define how freight must be restrained on a means of transport to prevent shifting, tipping, and falling during transit – a distinct discipline from packaging norms, which govern protection within the packaging itself. The framework covers technical requirements, calculation methods, and approved equipment: straps, chains, blocking bars, and anti-slip mats, specifying required quantities, configurations, and pre-tension forces based on cargo weight, vehicle type, and route. The IMO/ILO/UNECE CTU Code is the principal international reference; national road traffic regulations and mode-specific rules for air, sea, and rail apply in addition. Responsibility for compliance is shared between the freight forwarder, shipper, and driver. Non-compliance can result in transport bans, fines, and civil liability.

**Source:** [https://www.unece.org/trans/main/wp24/guidelinespackingctus/intro.html](https://www.unece.org/trans/main/wp24/guidelinespackingctus/intro.html)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Lashing and Securing Cargo Standards |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 116 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-25 |
| Source | https://www.unece.org/trans/main/wp24/guidelinespackingctus/intro.html |

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