# Lashing Standards for Ro-Ro Cargo

*Last updated: 2026-06-25*

> The moment a vehicle drives aboard a Ro-Ro vessel, binding lashing standards for Ro-Ro cargo come into force.

The moment a vehicle drives aboard a Ro-Ro vessel, binding lashing standards for Ro-Ro cargo come into force. They define which lashing materials are permitted, the minimum breaking load and pre-tension required, how many securing points must be provided per vehicle, and which calculation methods must demonstrate resistance against longitudinal, transverse, and vertical forces. The primary reference is the IMO CSS Code (Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing) together with its annexes; classification society guidelines and flag state regulations add further requirements. Improperly secured Ro-Ro cargo is widely recognised as one of the leading causes of serious casualties and fires at sea. These standards are distinct from a vessel's Cargo Securing Manual, which translates the applicable requirements into a ship-specific lashing plan.

**Source:** [https://www.imo.org/en/OurWork/Safety/Pages/CargoStowageAndSecuring.aspx](https://www.imo.org/en/OurWork/Safety/Pages/CargoStowageAndSecuring.aspx)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Lashing Standards for Ro-Ro Cargo |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 125 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-25 |
| Source | https://www.imo.org/en/OurWork/Safety/Pages/CargoStowageAndSecuring.aspx |

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