What are most common cause of Cargo Damage ?

Common causes of cargo damage :

• Inadequate stowage
• uneven distribution
• incorrect slinging
• careless movement of mechanical handling equipment
• improper attention to labels & markings
• careless packing
• inattention to weight loads & lifting gear
• insufficient/incorrect dunnaging
• contamination
• improper / inadequate ventilation
• failure to maintain required temperature   (reefer)

Note :  

Inefficient ventilation has been a major cause of cargo damage and one which can have difficult repercussions with insurance matters …