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August 2026
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Dear Members and Friends...
I am pleased to share the August edition of ICHCA Insights. This month brings together a wide range of developments across our community, from new safety guidance and industry research to the opening of the TT Club Innovation in Safety Awards.
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The awards will open for entries on 31 August 2026, and we encourage organisations, innovators and safety leaders to begin preparing their submissions. These awards celebrate practical, impactful initiatives that help ensure that everyone goes home safe, and we look forward to showcasing the very best examples of innovation across the cargo handling and logistics sectors.
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This edition also highlights ICHCA’s contribution to the latest Port Technology International Journal, Ports Under Pressure. Our article examines more than 25 years of cargo handling, drawing on over 1,100 incidents and almost 1,700 casualties worldwide. The analysis explores recurring fatal risk categories, common operational activities associated with severe incidents and the importance of leadership, critical controls and continuous learning.
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In addition, we share updated guidance on the safe carriage of nickel ore cargoes, published by the International Group of P&I Clubs in collaboration with INTERCARGO and Roxburgh. The publication draws attention to the continuing risks associated with shipments from in the south-western Pacific Ocean and provides practical recommendations to help mitigate those risks.
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You will also find details of a new educational video series released by the Australian Government, focusing on minimising pest contamination in global sea container movements.
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Finally, we provide an update on upcoming IMO meeting dates and current hot topics shaping the wider regulatory landscape. Staying informed on these developments supports our shared commitment to safer, more efficient and more sustainable cargo operations worldwide.
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Thank you for your continued engagement and support.
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Let’s keep raising standards, together.
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IN THIS ISSUE...
- TT Club Innovation in Safety Awards – Opening Soon
- Ports Under Pressure: New PTI Journal Features ICHCA Analysis of 25 Years of Cargo Handling Fatalities
- New Guidance Highlights Risks Associated with Nickel Ore Cargoes
- Australian Government Releases Practical Video Series on Minimising Pest Contamination in Global Sea Container Movements
- IMO Meeting Dates & Hot Topics
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1. TT Club Innovation in Safety Awards - Opening Soon
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The TT Club Innovation in Safety Awards will open for entries on 31 August 2026. These prestigious awards recognise innovative solutions that improve safety in cargo handling and logistics operations worldwide.
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ICHCA and TT Club encourage organisations, innovators, and safety leaders to begin preparing their submissions. The awards highlight practical, impactful initiatives that help ensure that everyone goes home safe.
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More information is available on our dedicated awards page, click 'Read More' below:
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2. Ports Under Pressure: New PTI Journal Features ICHCA Analysis of 25 Years of Cargo Handling Fatalities
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Port Technology International (PTI) has published the latest edition of The Journal (Edition 162), Ports Under Pressure, bringing together contributions from industry organisations, associations and subject matter experts examining safety, resilience, operational risk and the future challenges facing ports and terminals.
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ICHCA International is pleased to contribute an article to this edition:
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Fatal Risk at the Port–Ship Interface: Learning from 25 Years of Cargo Handling Fatalities
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Written by Richard Steele, CEO of ICHCA International, the article draws on ICHCA’s analysis of more than 25 years of cargo handling fatality data covering over 1,100 incidents and almost 1,700 casualties worldwide. The article examines recurring fatal risk categories, common operational activities associated with fatalities and the importance of leadership, critical controls and continuous learning.
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For the full article click 'Read More':
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3. New Guidance Highlights Risks Associated with Nickel Ore Cargoes
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The International Group of P&I Clubs (IGP&I), in collaboration with INTERCARGO and Roxburgh, has published updated guidance entitled “Safe Carriage of Nickel Ore Cargoes in the South-Western Pacific Ocean”.
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The publication draws attention to the continuing risks associated with the shipment of nickel ore cargoes and provides practical recommendations to help mitigate those risks.
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For the full article and to download the guidance click "Read More":
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4. Australian Government Releases Practical Video Series on Minimising Pest Contamination in Global Sea Container Movements
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The Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has released a valuable new series of educational videos addressing pest contamination risks associated with the international movement of sea containers.
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The five-video series has been developed to support industry stakeholders in understanding how pests can move through containerised supply chains and what practical actions can be taken to reduce those risks. According to the Department, sea containers play a critical role in global trade but can also contribute to the spread of pests and diseases that threaten agriculture, biodiversity, food security and international commerce.
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For the full article click 'Read More':
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5. IMO Meeting Dates & Hot Topics
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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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Stay up to date with the issues shaping safer cargo operations worldwide by exploring the IMO’s Hot Topics page. From developments in decarbonisation and alternative fuels to evolving safety standards, digitalisation, and seafarer welfare, these insights highlight the wider regulatory and operational landscape influencing cargo handling practices. Keeping pace with these priorities supports our shared commitment to safer, more efficient, and sustainable cargo operations across the industry.
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To access the latest IMO hot topics click "Read More":
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