Fresh cargo in reefer containers- How to avoid damage?

Reefer malfunction is a huge and widespread issue in cargo claims, leading to billions of dollars in total losses.

There are several reasons for heating damage:

• Reefer equipment malfunction
• Reefer is not plugged in
• Failure of generators on board vessel
• Incorrect temperature and ventilation settings by the carrier.

When it comes to reefers, it is important to document, and photograph sounds of cargo conditions at loading and shows that cargo was received damaged at the destination.

Having available evidence, proving that cargo was damaged during the carrier’s custody is the fastest way to recover reefer cargo claims from the liable carriers.