Expeditious and Secure Shipping of High-Risk Electric Vehicle Batteries by Maersk - Achieving Compliance and Incident-Free Delivery in 72 Hours
A leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer in Latin America faced a critical challenge when they required urgent air freight for lithium-ion batteries, classified as UN3480, Class 9 Dangerous Goods. The batteries were crucial for the manufacturer's EV assembly operations and presented significant safety and regulatory challenges for shipping.
Maersk Air Freight, known for its ability to act fast, navigate complex international regulations, and ensure safety, was chosen as the logistics partner. The transportation of lithium-ion batteries carries inherent risks, including thermal runaway, potential short circuits, and fire hazards. However, Maersk's IATA-certified specialists handled all dangerous goods documentation, ensuring seamless customs clearance at each transit point.
The successful delivery ensured uninterrupted EV production for the customer and eliminated risk points such as customs rejection, delays, or mishandling during transfer. The team implemented rigorous packaging protocols, applying Class 9 hazard labels, CAO markings, and specialized Lithium Battery Handling stickers for full regulatory compliance. Maersk's dangerous goods specialists ensured all batteries were charged to precisely ≤ 30% State of Charge (SoC), meeting strict IATA regulations.
The logistics solution for transporting high-risk EV batteries urgently needed by the manufacturer, shipped from China to Latin America within 72 hours, was developed by specialized logistics partners. The cargo moved through Maersk's controlled flight network, streamlining transportation touchpoints and eliminating multiple carrier handoffs.
In industries where a single delay can affect markets, Maersk Air Freight provides not just capacity, but also a trusted safeguard for performance, safety, and supply chain continuity. The customer has since expanded their partnership with Maersk to cover additional dangerous good lanes in Asia and North America.
Any delays in delivery could potentially cost millions in lost production for the manufacturer. Maersk's IATA-certified specialists continuously monitored storage and transit temperatures throughout the journey to prevent thermal exposure and ensure product integrity. The solution required a logistics partner with certified expertise in handling dangerous goods and the operational flexibility to deliver within a 72-hour window.
Maersk Air Freight offers certified precision, regulatory confidence, and unmatched control for hazardous cargo transport. In this case, it meant the difference between a smooth production process and costly delays for the EV manufacturer. With Maersk Air Freight, businesses can trust that their critical shipments will be delivered safely, efficiently, and on time.
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