Sea land and air combined transport battery cabinet

4 FAQs about Sea land and air combined transport battery cabinet

Are battery energy storage systems safe aboard ships?

In recent months, Gard has received numerous inquiries about the safe transportation of battery energy storage systems (BESS) aboard ships. This article addresses some of the key risks, regulatory requirements, and recommendations for shipping such cargo.

Can a lithium ion battery be shipped on a passenger aircraft?

All other lithium metal cells and batteries can only be shipped on a passenger aircraft under exemption issued by all States concerned. Lithium-ion batteries (also abbreviated as Li-ion batteries) are secondary (rechargeable) battery where the lithium is only present in an ionic form in the electrolyte.

Are lithium-ion and sodium ion batteries safe in air transport?

These changes have been adopted by ICAO into the 2025-2026 edition of the Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air. The objective of these changes is to reduce the potential risk posed by lithium-ion and sodium ion batteries in air transport.

Can I ship sodium ion batteries on a passenger aircraft?

All packages prepared in accordance with Packing Instruction 968, Section IA and IB, must bear a Cargo Aircraft Only label, in addition to other required marks and/or labels. All sodium ion cells and batteries shipped by themselves (UN 3551) are forbidden for transport as cargo on passenger aircraft.