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Lashing and cargo-safety articles

Each article answers a real question, cites its sources and is technically reviewed before publication.

9 more articles are available in Turkish; English versions are planned. Türkçe blog

Lashing & Cargo Safety·1 November 2026

What Is Cargo Lashing and Why Does It Matter?

Cargo lashing restrains cargo against the longitudinal, transverse and vertical forces of transport, using securing equipment and blocking. Good lashing prevents cargo damage, damage to transport units and accidents; poor lashing puts everyone in the chain at risk.

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Fumigation & Protection·1 November 2026

Fumigation vs ISPM 15: Treating Cargo or Treating Wood Packaging?

ISPM 15 governs treating and marking wood packaging — pallets, crates, dunnage — used in international trade by an approved method. Treating the cargo or container itself against pests with a gas is a separate fumigation. The two need different documents, methods and authorisations.

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Lashing & Cargo Safety·1 November 2026

What Information Do You Need for a Lashing Quote?

An accurate lashing quote needs at least: dimensions and gross weight, centre of gravity, lifting and lashing points, transport unit type, loading location and date. Photos or drawings speed up the assessment.

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