IATA’s 2026 Lithium Battery Guidance reflects the rapid growth of air shipments, with lithium batteries transported by air cargo rising 25% year-on-year and close to 100 major updates introduced across the 2026 manuals. From 1 January 2026, lithium-ion batteries packed with equipment must generally be shipped at no more than 30% state of charge, making compliance and expert freight...

IATA Battery Shipping Training is a specialized certification program that teaches individuals how to safely classify, package, label, document, and transport lithium and sodium-ion batteries by air in compliance with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR). The training helps businesses meet legal requirements, reduce shipping risks, and ensure the...