Sending 'hazardous products' to Europe

[Sandyman]

I'll try to as mine is made of wood

lol

Many plastic boat do once they realise we're steel ....................................and I pretend I'm carp at steering

 

[Sandyman]

Accidents happen. Volatile fumes + electrical fault = Bang! I would rather pay for separate shipping thanks.

Have to agree with you. Should something go wrong then for certain, under airline T & C's, you will be held responsible and be in for a hefty repair and cleaning bill.

Also my thanks for the links.

 

[William_H]

Carriage of dangerous cargo has become a greater concern of recent years. This out of experience of airline safety. The Aviation Industry now operate to what is I think called the ATA manual on dangerous goods. An international agreement. It identifies all goods thought to be potentially hazardous. These are not just excluded out of hand but are divided into categories and limitations. For instance some items can be carried in small quantities on either a passenger plane or only a freight plane. Often specific packaging is specified. The answer for the public like us is to use the services of a freight forwarder who will in consulting with the legislation find if possible a way to get your items transported. This also includes labelling and advising handlers when care is needed.
If you just send items by personal baggage then be aware that if it is inspected by customs they will then alert air safety officials if there has been a contravention and they will come back to you. There are fines etc for contraventions.
It is interesting that trucking business have gone into this whole area also as they experience various fires etc in large loads.
So they might seem nit picking but it is all out of bad experience. be careful olewill

 

[nimbusgb]

I bought a cheap diesel van and make a run at the start and end of the season to Greece. Chain and heavy goods, paint, batteries, chandlery, tools, tinned and dry food and fruit juice that costs a fortune in Greece. Off set some of the cost by delivering stuff for others.

While there the van can be used for picking up the occasional lambs carcass for a spitroast, runs to chandlers, storage for boat **** and the occasional sight seeing trip.