Managing risk through the cool supply chain

Stuart Edmonston, at UK P&I Club, reports on ways to manage risk through the cool supply chain

The temperature-controlled cargo supply chain can present operational challenges as these cargoes are among the more sensitive transported. There are a number of common errors and misconceptions which can result in deterioration or total loss of the cargo, as well as damage to the carrying equipment. As demand for the carriage of temperature-controlled cargo continues to increase, it is important all stakeholders in the process are aware of guidance on equipment selection, maintenance, inspection and cleaning in line with the IMO/ILO/UNECE Code of Practice for Packing Cargo Transport Units (CTU Code).