Air

Avgas standard open for comment

The Energy Institute (EI) and the Joint Inspection Group (JIG) are working together to prepare a new standard for the aviation fuel refining, storage and distribution industry.

More than just batteries

AIR Next year ends in an odd number and we all know what that means: a whole new set of amendments to the modal regulations. IATA has been hot off the blocks and has made available a list of significant changes to the DGR

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USPS acts on hazmat

The US Postal Service (USPS) is proposing to amend its Domestic Mail Manual (DMM) to adopt new mandatory marking standards for parcels containing mailable hazardous materials.

DGI opens Nigeria office

Dangerous Goods International (DGI), a global logistics company specialising in the transport of hazardous materials worldwide, has established a new arm in Nigeria.

IATA's changes for 2013

IATA has published a document listing the significant amendments that will appear in the 54th edition of its Dangerous Goods Regulations due to enter into force on January 1, 2013.

HK air authorities issue mercury warning

Hong Kong's Civil Aviation Department has issued a circular alerting carriers to three recent incidents in which consignments of mercury (UN 2809) on flights from Hong Kong were found to be leaking on arrival.

Express delivery

ONLINE Computer-based training has its critics but also has its uses, particularly in function-specific applications. CD Media Training has recently expanded its list of courses covering the transport of dangerous goods by air

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Wheelchairs by air

The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) has issued a fourth addendum to the Technical Instructions, 2011-2012 edition.

Battery workshop lined up

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is planning to hold a second Lithium Battery Workshop, which will aim to provide practical assistance on the application of lithium battery testing and air transport regulations.

IATA adds new variations

IATA has issued an addendum to the 53rd edition of its Dangerous Goods Regulations, so far only in English.

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