VM CONTROL PARTICIPATES & SHARES EXPERTISE AT MSC VIETNAM COMPANY LIMITED

Discussion on Cargo Lashing & Dunnage Standards in Compliance with Vietnamese and International Regulations

On December 08, 2025, VM CONTROL had a professional meeting and technical exchange session at MSC, focusing on cargo lashing, dunnage, and securing methods in accordance with Vietnamese and international standards for containerized cargo and cargo transported on seagoing vessels.

The meeting took place in a professional and open atmosphere, aimed at improving cargo packing quality and ensuring maximum safety during maritime transport.

Key Discussion Topics

  1. Vietnamese & International Standards

VM CONTROL presented the commonly applied standards and guidelines, including:

  • TCVN standards for cargo securing and safe transport
  • CTU Code, IMO regulations, Cargo Securing Manual (CSM), and relevant ISO standards
  • Requirements for lashing materials: belts, steel wires, wooden blocks, airbags, tensioners, etc.

  1. Lashing Models for Different Cargo Types

During the session, VM CONTROL shared securing models for cargo types frequently handled by MSC, such as:

  • Steel coils – highly mobile cargo
  • Machinery and industrial equipment
  • Palletized and packaged cargo
  • Oversized and heavy cargo transported in containers or on flat racks
  1. Dunnage & Securing Inside Containers

Discussion included practical techniques:

  • Blocking, bracing, reinforcing
  • Filling gaps and anti-sliding methods
  • Dunnage arrangement, bracing bars, and related securing materials
  1. Lashing on Seagoing Vessels

In addition to container cargo, VM CONTROL also covered:

  • Impact of dynamic forces during vessel operation
  • CSM requirements for securing equipment placement
  • Preventive measures to reduce cargo damage during loading, unloading, and sea passage

Significance of the Session at MSC

The meeting brought practical value to both parties, including:

  • Strengthening coordination in cargo quality control prior to loading
  • Aligning lashing and securing procedures with international standards
  • Reducing risks of cargo damage and transportation-related disputes
  • Contributing to a safer, more professional, and more sustainable maritime logistics process

 

 

VM CONTROL’s Technical Commitment

VM CONTROL remains ready to cooperate with MSC in:

  • Lashing & securing supervision and certification
  • Pre-loading / loading / off-loading surveys
  • Inspection of securing materials and packing procedures
  • Technical training in accordance with international standards

This session marks an important step in strengthening cooperation, sharing expertise, and working toward the goals of cargo safety – transport safety – voyage safety.

Appreciation

VM CONTROL sincerely thanks MSC for the warm reception and for facilitating an effective technical exchange session.
We value MSC cooperation and willingness to share expertise, and we look forward to continued collaboration in future technical programs and operational partnerships.