Standardized logistics processes and packaging optimize supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the reliability of goods movement. Better and safer handling of cargo helps reduce wastage and environmental impact.

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The circular economy: building trust through conformity assessment
Standards and conformity assessment provide assurance on aspects of the circular economy including product lifetime and recyclability, safety and efficiency.

By Rick Gould on

Towards a net-zero logistics sector

Moving cargo around the world is a carbon-intensive business, and new guidance launched at Davos will go a long way to getting freight back on track.

Full view of giant scissor lift loading cargo onto an aircraft at the airport.

By Roxanne Oclarino on

Keeping up with logistics

When it comes to the new normal, companies are pushing the boundaries of e-commerce.

Top standards

Standard
ISO 4180:2019
Packaging
Complete, filled transport packages

General rules for the compilation of performance test schedules

Published
Standard
ISO 11242:1996
Aircraft
Pressure equalization requirements for cargo containers
Published
Standard
ISO 8611-1:2021
Pallets for materials handling
Flat pallets

Part 1: Test methods

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  2. Sectors
  3. Transport
  4. Logistics