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¿Qué es Twistlock?

Twistlock A mechanical locking device mounted on a container ship, rail wagon, or truck chassis, designed to secure ISO containers in place by twisting action, complying with ISO 1161 standards.

Source: Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

How is “Twistlock” Used in Practice?

Los contenedores deben fijarse al vagón con twistlocks que cumplan la norma ISO 1161.

Certification Exam Relevance

FIATA DiplomaCILT CertificationIATA DGR

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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¿Qué es Twistlock?

A mechanical locking device mounted on a container ship, rail wagon, or truck chassis, designed to secure ISO containers in place by twisting action, complying with ISO 1161 standards.

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