Lithium battery certification for Röhlig USA
The US subsidiary of Röhlig Logistics has received the Iata Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators Lithium Batteries (Ceiv Li-batt) certification for its branches in Chicago and New York.
The International Air Transport Association introduced the certification to ensure that the lithium battery product supply chain meets safety standards and complies with transport regulations. For this, Röhlig USA passed a certification process consisting of employee training, on-site assessments and a final validation.
Markus Wegmann, chief operating officer at Röhlig USA: “We are delighted to be one of only a few freight forwarders in the USA to have gained an Ceiv Li-batt certification. It further demonstrates our expertise in handling lithium batteries as well as our compliance with all regulations.” (mk)