Lashing: Cargo Securing Service
Lashing (cargo securing) is the process of fastening cargo carried in a container or on a ship so that it cannot move. It protects the cargo against shocks, vibration and impacts during shipment.
What is lashing?
Lashing is the safe and secure fastening of cargo carried in a container or on a ship in a way that prevents it from moving.
Why it matters
The service protects the cargo against shocks, vibration and impacts that can occur during shipment. A correctly done lashing operation contributes directly to the cargo arriving undamaged and to transport safety.
Frequently asked questions
What is lashing in shipping?
Lashing is the fastening of cargo inside a container or on a ship so that it cannot move during transport.
Why is lashing needed?
It protects the cargo against shocks, vibration and impacts during shipment, helping it arrive undamaged and keeping transport safe.
Where is lashing applied?
Inside containers and on ships, for cargo that could move during shipment.