This paper covers the main recommended safety features for quay container cranes that are not specifically described in national or international standards.

You may think it is Groundhog Day again. TT Club has been highlighting the issue of the boom of a quay crane colliding with a ship for many years. However, it is frustrating to note the continued regularity of this type of incident.

The shipper is responsible for obtaining the verified gross mass of a packed container and communicating it to the ocean carrier.

This document has been compiled in response to questions that have been raised by the industry in relation to the revised SOLAS regulation and the accompanying guidelines.

These 'Supplementary Industry FAQS' have been compiled in response to questions that have been raised by the industry in relation to the revised SOLAS regulation requiring 'verified gross mass of packed containers'.

The explosion at Tianjin Port last August should be seen as a spectacular example of why those operating throughout the global supply chains should examine their work practices and risk policies more thoroughly.

Peregrine Storrs-Fox, Risk Management Director, TT Club

TT Club, collaboratively with PEMA and ICHCA International have published recommended safety standards for container yard equipment.

The TT Club and ICHCA International have brought together the shared knowledge and experience of operators and experts in managing storm damage.

Is a forwarder liable for thefts from its warehouse committed by an employee?