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Dec. 23, 2024

Lithium Battery Guide for Shippers

On Nov 21st, 2024, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) finalized a helpful compliance resource, Lithium Battery Guide for Shippers, to assist shippers to safely package lithium cells and batteries for transport by all modes, including vessel shipments, with new regulatory requirements based on cell or battery configuration as well as Watt-hour (Wh) rating.

Feb. 6, 2023

Marine Safety Alert: Saltwater intrusion causes damage to electric vehicle batteries

Recently, Hurricane IAN caused significant damage and flooding throughout Florida and the Southeastern United States.

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