RID: 2027 [paper]

The Essential Reference for Dangerous Goods Transport by Rail

Contains the latest international regulations governing the carriage of dangerous goods by rail. This comprehensive publication provides the official requirements for the classification, packaging, marking, labelling, documentation, loading, unloading and transportation of hazardous materials on rail networks across RID contracting states.

As the authoritative regulatory framework for dangerous goods transport by rail, RID 2027 helps railway undertakings, shippers, freight forwarders, logistics providers and dangerous goods professionals maintain compliance with international safety requirements and ensure the safe movement of hazardous cargo.

The publication is an indispensable resource for all organizations involved in the rail transport of dangerous goods, including chemical manufacturers, petrochemical companies, rail operators, terminal operators, Dangerous Goods Safety Advisers (DGSA) and regulatory authorities.

Key benefits

• Latest RID 2027 regulations and compliance requirements
• Official rules for the international transport of dangerous goods by rail
• Supports safe and efficient rail freight operations
• Guidance on classification, packaging, marking and labelling
• Essential reference for dangerous goods documentation and handling procedures
• Helps organisations comply with international rail transport legislation
• Trusted resource for Dangerous Goods Safety Advisers (DGSA) and compliance professionals

This manual is for

• Railway Undertakings and Rail Operators
• Dangerous Goods Safety Advisers (DGSA)
• Freight Forwarders and Logistics Providers
• Chemical and Petrochemical Companies
• Shippers and Consignors
• Terminal and Intermodal Operators
• Government and Regulatory Authorities
• Training and Compliance Professionals

Whether transporting chemicals, fuels, industrial gases or other hazardous materials, RID 2027 provides the essential information required to ensure regulatory compliance and the safe transport of dangerous goods by rail.