IATA Shipping Template
Batteries normally have the size listed directly on the battery case which will help you identify whether or not it can be shipped without special packaging and package marking; in other
Battery Guidance Document
From 1 January 2026, lithium-ion batteries that are packed with equipment and vehicles powered by lithium ion or sodium ion batteries must be offered for air transport with the battery at a
Battery Shipping: Classification, Best Practices, and more | Maersk
Shipping batteries? Learn about their classification, preparation for transport, various shipping modes involved, and FAQs to ensure a smooth transit.
SHIPPING BATTERIES SAFELY BY AIR
For international shipment of batteries and battery-powered equipment by air, we recommend shippers consult the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Technical Instructions for
Battery Shipping: Classification, Best Practices,
Shipping batteries? Learn about their classification, preparation for transport, various shipping modes involved, and FAQs to ensure a
Requirements for Shipping Lithium Batteries 2025
State of Charge (SoC): Strongly advocates for shipping batteries at a low SoC (ideally 30%-50%) to reduce energy available for a thermal event. The growing EV market has necessitated a
Shipping Commercial Battery Energy Storage Systems Safely
Battery test certification must be renewed for certain circumstances, such as the battery design or product design becomes changed before the final shipping process. The UN38.3 testing is
Shipping battery energy storage systems
In the past few months, Gard has received several queries on the safe carriage of battery energy storage systems (BESS) on ships. In this
Shipping Commercial Battery Energy Storage
Battery test certification must be renewed for certain circumstances, such as the battery design or product design becomes changed before the final
Lithium Battery Air Shipping Guide: Key Rules & Safe Transport
This guide aims to explore the various dimensions of lithium battery air shipping, from understanding the different shipping options to navigating the regulatory maze, to help
Understanding IATA''s new battery shipping regulations
IATA''s new regulations mandate that stand-alone lithium-ion batteries shipped by air must have a SoC of no more than 30 per cent. This measure aims to mitigate the risk of
Shipping battery energy storage systems
In the past few months, Gard has received several queries on the safe carriage of battery energy storage systems (BESS) on ships. In this insight, we highlight some of the key risks, regulatory
Lithium Battery Guide
Each distinct shipping guide in this document refers to the regulatory requirements for a specific lithium cell/ battery type, configuration, and size. In this way, a shipper will easily find the
Understanding IATA''s new battery shipping
IATA''s new regulations mandate that stand-alone lithium-ion batteries shipped by air must have a SoC of no more than 30 per cent.