Maritime advisory for the Safe Preparation, Storage, handling and Shipment of dangerous goods-reg.

1. Compliance with IMDG Code

The International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code) provides detailed provisions and guidelines for the safe preparation, storage, handling, and shipment of dangerous goods. All stakeholders must strictly adhere to these provisions to prevent incidents.

• Stakeholders: Ships, ports, shippers, stevedores, transport operators, etc.
• Provisions: IMDG Code and its supplements containing the Emergency Response Guide (EmS Guide) and Medical First Aid Guide

2. Consequences of Non-compliance

Non-compliance with IMDG Code provisions can lead to devastating consequences, as seen in recent incidents at the Port of Beirut, Port of Tianjin, and Port of Texas City. Incidents may not remain limited to a small area and can have wide-ranging impacts.