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July 2026

Dear Members and Friends...

As we move through a busy and important summer for our industry, we are delighted to bring you the July edition of ICHCA Insights. This month’s update reflects the breadth of work happening across our community - from strengthening safety at the ship‑shore interface to improving access to dangerous goods regulations, and preparing for key conversations at the IMO.

With our November In‑Person Meeting in London now on the horizon, we are already shaping an engaging programme and would greatly appreciate early expressions of interest. Your participation helps us ensure the event delivers real value for everyone involved.

You will also find details of our newly published Quick Guide to Dangerous Goods Transport, a practical resource designed to make complex regulatory frameworks easier to navigate. Alongside this, the latest MIS Safety Series webinar is now available on demand, offering thoughtful perspectives on eliminating cargo‑handling fatalities, a challenge that remains central to our shared mission.

Finally, we highlight upcoming IMO meeting dates and current hot topics influencing the regulatory landscape. Staying informed on these developments is essential as we continue working together to raise standards and support safer, more efficient cargo operations worldwide.

Thank you, as always, for your continued engagement and support.

Let’s keep raising standards, together.



Richard Steele
CEO, ICHCA International
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IN THIS ISSUE...


  1. Reminder: Pre-Register Now for the ICHCA In-Person Meeting, 2 - 3 November 2026, London
  2. New Resource from ICHCA Makes Dangerous Goods Regulations Easier to Navigate
  3. Watch On Demand: Eliminating Cargo-Handling Fatalities
  4. IMO Meeting Dates & Hot Topics

1. Reminder: Pre-Register Now for the ICHCA In-Person Meeting, 2-3 November 2026 in London

With November fast approaching, we would like to remind members to pre-register their interest in attending this year’s ICHCA In-Person Meeting in London.

If you are considering joining us, we would greatly appreciate hearing from you now. Pre-registration is not a commitment to attend, but it helps us plan the programme, venues and logistics to ensure the best possible experience for everyone.

Please email secretariat@ichca.com to pre-register your interest in joining us.

For the full article and programme click 'Read More':

2. New Resource from ICHCA Makes Dangerous Goods Regulations Easier to Navigate


Regulations are essential. Finding the right place to start can be the challenge.

ICHCA's new Quick Guide to Dangerous Goods Transport by Air, Rail, Road and Sea helps users navigate the major dangerous goods frameworks and identify where key requirements can be found.

A practical resource for operations personnel, managers, trainers and anyone seeking a clearer understanding of the dangerous goods regulatory landscape.

For full details and to download the guide 'Read More':

3. Watch On Demand: Eliminating Cargo-Handling Fatalities

The Maritime Information Services (MIS) Safety Series webinar is available on demand.

The discussion offered practical insights into one of the industry’s most critical challenges: ​​​​​eliminating cargo-handling fatalities and strengthening safety at the ship-shore interface.

For more information and to watch on demand click "Read More":

4. IMO Meeting Dates & Hot Topics



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.

The next meeting for maritime safety concerns is the Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III) which starts on 20 July 2026. 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.

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.

To access the latest IMO hot topics click "Read More":

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