The changes will pertain to the transportation of lithium and sodium batteries via various modes of transport on international routes.

The new rules set out more detailed requirements for labeling, packaging, and documentation of hazardous materials ✔️. THE UPDATED RULES for hazardous goods will come into effect from January 1, 2025.

For example, new UN numbers for hazardous materials will be introduced along with new regulations for transporting batteries. The first half of the next year will be a transitional period, but it will not apply to air transport, where the new rules will be fully implemented from January 1. During the six-month transition period, companies will have the opportunity to gradually implement necessary changes in their operations with hazardous materials.

This includes:

📌 The introduction of new UN numbers, specifically four-digit identification numbers for identifying hazardous materials.

📌 New requirements for transporting lithium and sodium batteries, including packaging, labeling, and fire safety provisions.

📌 Creating suitable conditions for the transport of electric vehicles.