Transport of Dangerous/Hazardous Goods on the Dover - Dunkerque route

The International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) code was developed as a uniform international code for the transport of dangerous goods by sea covering such matters as packing, container traffic and stowage, with particular reference to the segregation of incompatible substances.The code lays down basic principles, detailed recommendations for individual substances, materials and articles. There are a number of recommendations for good operational practice including advice on terminology, packing, labeling, segregation and handling, and emergency response action.

To support the shipment of Dangerous goods and in order to avoid any delays at the departure port, our booking department will do a pre shipment check and confirm that the goods are suitable for shipping with Norfolkline. This is a value added service only available for vehicles shipping on our service.

Vehicles arriving for shipment

All vehicles must be at check-in 1 ½ hours prior to the schedule time of departure.

Vehicle must enter the port via the freight check-in booth; they will then be directed to the freight reception building where there paperwork will be processed and the vehicle checked in.

The following information is required on the DANGEROUS GOODS SHIPPING DOCUMENTATION

1. Proper shipping name
2. Class 
3. United Nations (UN) number
4. Packaging group (PG) (If applicable)
5. Number and kind of packages (Inner and Outer)
6. Total quantity of dangerous goods (Gross and net weight)
7. Declaration signed on behalf of the shipper
8. Packing Certificate (not required for tankers)

When a driver arrives at the port he will be asked for all the original hazardous documentation and this will be checked to ensure it has been completed correctly. We will also ensure that the correct placards as required by the IMDG are visible on the trailer; however it is the responsibility if the shipper to ensure that appropriate placards are in place.

Please be aware that placards on trailers for shipment by sea are different to those used by road.

Lashing points

All vehicles carrying Dangerous Goods must have least 2 lashing rings attached to each side the main frame of the chassis, or sufficient lashing points to enable secure lashing to the ships deck. If the vehicle does not comply with the IMO/MCA rules for transport of Dangerous Goods on Ro-Pax vessels, Norfolkline will not allow this vehicle to ship.

Norfolkline reserve the right to apply surcharges for the carriage of any Hazardous shipments.