Special Cargo items include live animals, perishables, wet cargo, time and temperature sensitive products and human remains, among others. Due to their nature, weight, dimensions and/or value, they may have specific requirements including packaging, labeling, documentation and handling through the transport chain.
Special Cargo transport is addressed through specific regulations that must be followed when preparing, offering, accepting and handling them. The Special Cargo manuals contain standard operating procedures, country regulations and best-practices for safe and secure transportation.
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What do our users think of Special Cargo manuals?
95% said they helped to implement industry standards
93% said they helped to correctly issue documentation
91% said they helped to prevent mishandling of shipments
86% said they helped them to work more efficiently with the supply chain