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June 2025
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Dear Members and Friends...
Welcome to the latest edition of ICHCA Insights, your gateway to the people, partnerships, and progress shaping safety in the cargo handling industry.
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This issue is packed with stories that highlight the strength of our community, the importance of shared learning, and our ongoing commitment to safer, more efficient operations.
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We begin with a wrap-up from our recent ICHCA Technical Panel in Barcelona—a vibrant gathering of experts whose collaborative discussions are now captured in a wide-ranging members-only report. It’s an excellent insight into the work driving safety and innovation across the sector.
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Looking ahead, we’re thrilled to invite you to the #SafetyVillage at TOC Europe in Rotterdam (17–19 June). This interactive hub of safety-focused dialogue promises to be an unmissable event. If you’re passionate about improving safety culture, come connect with leaders who are turning strategy into action.
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Also featured is a sobering but essential read: G2 Ocean’s latest Safety Bulletin, which shares hard-earned lessons from a fatal incident involving a moving hatch cover and failed barriers. It’s a powerful reminder of why collective vigilance and learning really matters.
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In the spirit of continuous improvement, ICHCA proudly supports Global Lifting Awareness Day on 12 June. This industry-wide campaign is an important platform to highlight safe lifting practices—don’t miss the opportunity to tune into the GLAD 2025 webinar.
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Finally, we shine a light on ICHCA’s advocacy work at the International Maritime Organization (IMO). As we prepare for the upcoming MSC 110 meeting, we encourage members to stay engaged through our IMO activities and explore the latest Current Awareness Bulletin to stay informed.
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There’s so much more to discover inside—click through to explore each story in full.
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Let’s keep raising standards, together.
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IN THIS ISSUE...
- ICHCA Technical Panel Barcelona - Report Now Available
- Exploring the Safety Village - 17 - 19 June - Rotterdam
- ICHCA Member G2 Ocean, latest Safety Bulletin - Failed barriers causes fatality
- ICHCA Supports Global Lifting Awareness Day - 12 June
- The work of the IMO and the latest Current Awareness Bulletin
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1. ICHCA Technical Panel Barcelona - Report Now Available
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The report of the 88th ICHCA Technical Panel meeting, held in Barcelona on 19 May 2025 is now available to members.
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The session brought together a strong community of technical, safety, and operational leaders for a day of open dialogue, practical workshops, and strategic collaboration.
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The report summarises key discussions and presentations, including developments in dangerous goods handling, international accident data sharing, lashing safety, e-learning, and innovations in mooring and decarbonisation. Members can find the presentation slides in the members’ area.
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We would like to thank all speakers, participants, and contributors for their valuable input and engagement. Your support continues to shape ICHCA’s work in improving safety and operational excellence across the cargo handling sector.
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The materials from the meeting are only available to members. If you are not yet a member and would like to know more about the strategic advantages to your organisation being part of the ICHCA learning community, please contact secretariat@ichca.com
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2. Exploring the Safety Village - 19 - 19 June - Rotterdam
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Join us at the #SafetyVillage during TOC Europe, 17–19 June 2025, at the Ahoy Centre in Rotterdam.
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Discover innovative safety solutions shaping the future of port operations. Engage with experts and explore cutting-edge technologies designed to enhance safety in the cargo handling industry.
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Hear from industry leaders like Michael Yarwood (TT Club), Arjun Vikram Singh (Quantum), Richard Steele (ICHCA International), Neil Griffiths (Konecranes), Mark Rushton (COMET), Tommy Carnebo (Södertörn Fire Protection Association), Debbie Cavaldoro (Port Skills and Safety Limited) and Chris Ingham (Peel Ports Group) as they discuss integrating safety into business strategies and benchmarking safe terminal operations at the #SafetyVillage
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To register click on the 'Read More' link below
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3. ICHCA Member G2 Ocean, latest Safety Bulletin - Failed barriers cause fataility
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The latest edition of G2 Ocean’s Safety Bulletin is about a fatality.
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One of their customers has informed them about this tragic incident. It did not happen on a G2 Ocean vessel, but G2 Ocean operate vessels with this type of hatch covers and want the lessons learned to reach as many stevedores and seafarers as possible.
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For the full safety bulletin, click Read More
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4. ICHCA Supports Global Lifting Awareness Day - 12 June
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ICHCA is once again proud to support Global Lifting Awareness Day (GLAD) alongside our partners at the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA).
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As a global campaign, GLAD aims to promote safe lifting practices, awareness, and leadership throughout the industry.
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Join the Conversation: GLAD 2025 Webinar - 12 June 2025 at 11:00 UK time
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This free-to-attend virtual session will bring together voices from across the lifting and cargo industries to explore how shared insights can be turned into meaningful improvements in lifting safety.
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Anyone who is unable to watch the session live, can still register and they will be informed of when a recording is available
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For the full article, click Read More
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5. The work of the IMO and the latest Current Awareness Bulletin
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ICHCA is proud to be a recognised Non-Governmental Organisation at the International Maritime Organisation. It means that the cargo handling industry has a voice when amendments to international regulations and codes of practice are being made.
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The next meeting for maritime safety concerns is the 110th session of the Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) which starts on 18 June 2025. ICHCA members can attend in person or virtually, to observe the processes and contribute to our work at IMO on industry’s behalf. For more information, contact secretariat@ichca.com.
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If you want to know what has been happening recently at IMO, one of the helpful options is the Current Awareness Bulletin. The April 2025 issue is now available on our web site along with back issues.
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To access the latest CAB click Read More
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