Invasive pests - unit cleanliness pre-packing

Ensuring containers are clean prior to loading is a crucial step in preventing the spread of invasive species

TT Club looks at recent storm events to draw risk guidance from ports and shipping container terminals

Packing a container at night under bright lights can attract unwanted insects that can then be transported across the globe.

Debris from the previous load may be contaminated, as can the cargo to be packed if this debris is not thoroughly cleared. To mitigate the risk, always clean inside of the unit before returning it to the supply chain and ensure the cargo to be packed is free from pests.