The IATA 67th edition, effective January 1, 2026, includes several important changes to the Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR). These updates are based on amendments from the ICAO Technical Instructions and decisions from the IATA Dangerous Goods Board.
Some of the key changes are:
- New UN numbers have been added, including those for hybrid vehicles powered by flammable gas or liquid, and for new types of batteries like lithium metal or sodium ion batteries installed in cargo transport units.
- Appendix H is a new addition that outlines expected changes from the 24th edition of the UN Model Regulations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods. It provides a preview of future regulations, including new battery classifications and updated rules for the segregation of explosives.
- Guidance on power banks and spare batteries carried by passengers and crew has been updated.
- Special provisions have been amended, with new ones added and some old ones removed. This includes changes to provisions for heating machines and certain types of batteries.
- The General Philosophy section has been updated to address the safety of the supply chain and the roles of various parties involved in handling and transporting cargo.
You can find a general overview of the new regulations in this What’s new in the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations video. This video explains some of the major updates found in the 67th edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.
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