TT Talk Edition 1 - 01/01/1999

Technological advances in digitalisation of process, telematics and smart containers provide opportunities to mitigate risk for the temperature controlled supply chain. However, much still relies on human intervention – and that is the aspect that TT’s claims experience suggests continues to produce losses.

Security is key for container terminals and ports generally. The threat horizon is vast, incorporating cargo theft, illicit trades, alongside operational safety and the prevention of terrorist attacks. Inevitably, account is needed of both land and water interfaces.

TT Club is increasing its efforts to promote industry awareness of both trends in criminal activity and methods of combatting its success.

Florida recently enacted tort reform legislation with the intended purpose of decreasing frivolous litigation and discouraging abuse of the legal process.