Load safety


The safety of goods is pivotal in rail freight transport. Hence, UIC has produced Loading Guidelines to clearly outline the key principles and technical recommendations for loading methods, which will ensure that goods reach the intended destination unscathed.
Loading guidelines
Load safety https://uic.org/freight/load-safety is one of the competence centers of UIC Freight Department; UIC has produced Loading Guidelines to (...) Read more...
Loading Guidelines Group
Market needs are constantly evolving, and new types of goods are being transported via rail. Either as an UIC member, or an observer railway (...) Read more...
UIC Pallets
Wooden pallets are used for carriage of goods and form part of the packaging for goods conveyed by all modes of transport, particularly by (...) Read more...

Take advantage of best practices, and:

  • Avoid damage to your goods and wagons
  • Implement best cargo loading practices
  • Facilitate processes and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (OPE TSI)
  • Facilitate knowledge exchange on loading and securing of goods on railways between the sector stakeholders

Rail Event - Fit for Freight Load Safety, 10/2022, Paris

UIC Fit for Freight - Load safety after pack

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