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Lashing and Securing Cargo Standards

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.

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Last updated: 25 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

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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.

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