Lithium batteries power nearly every modern electronic device, from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and medical equipment. While these batteries have transformed industries, they are also classified as Dangerous Goods because damaged or improperly shipped batteries can overheat, catch fire, or explode. Every year, thousands of shipments are delayed, rejected, or fined because of...

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...

Ocean freight remains the backbone of global lithium battery logistics. There's no state-of-charge cap the way there is for air transport and container capacity makes sea shipping the only realistic option for high-volume battery cargo from consumer electronics to EV components and energy storage systems. But "no SoC limit" doesn't mean "no rules." The International Maritime Dangerous Goods...

The demand for lithium-powered products continues to grow across the retail industry. From smartphones and laptops to power tools, electric mobility devices, cameras, toys, and portable electronics, retailers are increasingly involved in the sale and shipment of products containing lithium batteries. However, shipping lithium batteries is not the same as shipping ordinary consumer products....

The demand for lithium batteries continues to grow across industries such as consumer electronics, electric vehicles, medical devices, aerospace, and renewable energy. As these batteries become more common, ensuring their safe transportation has become a top priority for businesses throughout the United States. Because lithium batteries are classified as hazardous materials, organizations must...

Lithium batteries power smartphones, laptops, medical devices, power tools, electric vehicles, and countless other products. As demand for battery‑powered products grows, more businesses are shipping lithium cells and batteries across the U.S. and internationally. However, lithium batteries are regulated as hazardous materials during transportation because they can present fire and thermal...

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...