A single missing signature on a dangerous goods declaration can pull an entire container off a vessel. Not the shipment inside it. The whole box, sometimes the whole booking, while the carrier waits for corrected paperwork that should have been right the first time. For cargo classified as hazardous, the declaration isn’t a formality sitting…
The Cooperative blog
Month: August 2026
How to Pack and Palletize Cargo to Avoid Damage Claims
Most freight damage claims do not start on the loading dock, with a pallet that was never built to survive the trip. The good news is that this is one of the most controllable parts of shipping. A well-built pallet dramatically reduces the odds of a damage claim, regardless of how many times it gets…

