Lithium Battery Shipping; Interpreting Continuously Changing Regulations

In this workshop, Bob Richard will discuss how newly enacted regulations for transporting lithium battery-powered equipment continue to cause various headaches for shippers,  The frustration shippers experience when shipping Lithium Batteries due to the continuously changing regulations and inconsistent interpretations.  Bob will provide an update of the latest regulatory changes and highlight State and carrier variations and discuss how these can impact lithium battery and battery powered equipment shipments.  Bob will discuss the outcome of the International Civil Aviation Organization Dangerous Goods Panel meeting and the changes agreed to the ICAO TI that will come into force in 2015. 

Why Attend:

The constant changes to Lithium Battery shipping regulations make a challenging situation even more difficult.  Additionally, regulations are being inconsistently interpreted by some shippers, carriers, forwarders, enforcement officials and even government agencies responsible for implementing regulations.  Bob will discuss the current problems Lithium Battery shippers are experiencing, as well as help provide clarity around the latest regulations.  Bob will share his experiences and provide guidance on how to avoid pitfalls and minimize delays in your shipments.  Bob will also discuss shipment of prototype, damaged and large format batteries.

Target Attendees:

• Electronic/Battery Powered product manufacturers/distributors
• Automotive companies that ship large format batteries
• Airlines / Freight Forwarders/ Shippers
• Retail & Online Distributors
• Research and development personnel that design and ship prototypes

 Important Take-a-ways:

• Up-to-date information on Lithium Battery shipping regulations
• Guidance on how to enhance supply chain logistics and avoid delays
• Shipping solutions for prototype, large format and damaged battery shipments