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The 68th Edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) will take effect from 1 January 2027, with the significant changes and amendments now released. The new edition incorporates amendments from the 2027–2028 ICAO Technical Instructions, together with changes adopted by the IATA Dangerous Goods Board. Key IATA DGR Changes for 2027 Some of the notable changes include: New and amended requirements for lithium and sodium-ion batteries Changes affecting power banks and spare batteries New entries for UN 3563 Lithium metal batteries installed in cargo transport unit and UN 3564 Sodium ion batteries installed in cargo transport unit Updates to...

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For organisations regularly shipping dangerous goods, buying UN specification 4GV boxes in bulk can significantly reduce packaging costs while ensuring a consistent supply of compliant packaging. Whether you operate in mining, lithium battery manufacturing, chemical distribution, laboratories or freight forwarding, sourcing UN-certified packaging from a reliable supplier is essential for maintaining compliance with dangerous goods transport regulations. At DG Solutions Australia, we supply wholesale quantities of UN specification 4GV cartons throughout Australia, with options for custom printing, scheduled deliveries and ongoing supply agreements.   What is a UN Specification 4GV Box? A UN specification 4GV fibreboard box is a tested...

Exporting Dangerous Goods from Australia to New Zealand Australia and New Zealand have one of the closest trading relationships in the world, with thousands of commercial shipments moving between the two countries every week. However, when those shipments contain dangerous goods, the export process becomes significantly more complex. Products such as lithium batteries, aerosols, paints, adhesives, chemicals, gas cylinders and many industrial products are regulated during transport. These shipments often require specialist packaging, Dangerous Goods certification and strict compliance with international transport regulations before they can be accepted by an airline or shipping line. That is where DG Solutions Australia...