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.
Train your team: Anyone handling battery shipments must be DG-trained. Have an emergency response plan and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at all facilities and in transit. Segregate and label correctly: Use certified battery packaging and accurate documentation. Keep batteries away from flammable goods and heat sources.
Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are the most common type of ESS where batteries are pre-assembled into several modules. BESS come in various sizes depending on their application and their usage is expected to rise considerably in coming years.
Batteries can be shipped by different modes of transportation, but the rules change with each mode: Most restrictive; state of charge (SOC) ≤ 30%. No damaged units. Allows large volumes with proper declaration, labelling, and packing compliance. Country-specific limits on weight, quantity, segregation. Route planning critical.
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