The push for sustainable packaging is skyrocketing. In 2024, 48% of companies selling DG products prioritized sustainability, — more than double the number of companies that went eco-friendly in 2023. Overall, as of last year, 81% of companies managing dangerous goods (DG) and hazmat operations have adopted sustainability practices. Meanwhile, traditional packaging is increasingly scrutinized…
Shaping the Future of Dangerous Goods: 2024 DG Symposium Recap
The Dangerous Goods Symposium once again proved to be the go-to place for the DG industry to come together to exchange insights and collaborate. This year’s symposium gave attendees the chance to learn directly from government regulators and top professionals across the DG, logistics and supply chain sectors. Here’s a quick snapshot of the event:…
The Best of the Best in the Dangerous Goods Industry: The 2024 DG Hall of Fame
The dangerous goods (DG) industry requires dedication. This is not an industry that can be learned in a year or even several. We need leaders who show a deep commitment to safety and compliance – and who can mobilize others across regulatory, industry and business groups. Those who excel understand a wide range of…
Have a hazmat question? Have a phone? Call our DG Regulations Hotline!
Wouldn’t it be great if, the next time you had a question about Dangerous Goods transport—any question at all—you could just pick up the phone and ask an expert? You can. And it’s free. Just call the Labelmaster Regulatory Hotline. Call 1.800.621.5808—8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Central time, Monday through Friday—and ask to speak to…
Label Finder Updates Include International Shipping Options
In the fast-paced world of Dangerous Goods (DG) compliance, selecting the proper shipping label is essential. Without the right labels, DG shipments will be rejected by regulatory authorities and carriers, creating harmful supply chain delays. However, finding the proper label isn’t always quick or easy. In fact, with numerous label options across nine hazmat classes,…
DG professionals: Your expertise is needed for the 9th Annual DG Confidence Outlook
Digitalization, sustainability and innovation are transforming the supply chain. But how exactly are those trends shaking up Dangerous Goods (DG) management? And, what industry learnings can help you at your organization every day? DG professionals: it’s your time to shine. We need your input for the 9th annual Global DG Confidence Outlook. What is the…
How hazmat shipping automation helps you find hidden demand (and revenue).
Can automating your operation with hazmat shipping software really help you increase your revenue? The simple answer is “Yes.” Advanced software such as our Dangerous Goods Information System (aka DGIS) can give you the speed and efficiency to execute more hazmat shipments every day. And more shipments equals more revenue, right? Sure, we know it’s…
Want more large-format lithium battery packaging options? We’ve got good news.
Large-format lithium batteries power our world—from electric vehicles and energy storage systems to industrial robots and even aircraft. But with great power comes great responsibility, especially when it comes to safe and compliant transportation. That’s why Labelmaster’s DGeo packaging division has partnered with Action Wood 360 to offer easy-to-use collapsible wooden crates for large-format battery…
With the growing proliferation of lithium batteries, here’s how we’ve got safe shipping covered
Lithium batteries power our lives—from smartphones and power tools to hoverboards and e-bikes. But their potential fire risk is so significant that airlines don’t even allow them in checked bags. The lithium battery chain is now expected to grow by more than 30 percent annually for the remainder of the decade, with a market size…
What is master data, and why is it so important for hazmat transport?
What exactly are you shipping? Simple question, right? Not at all. It turns out a lot of shippers don’t know exactly what they’re shipping, and that lack of knowledge has a profound ripple effect on the entire supply chain. I’m talking here about master data—complete, detailed information about a product’s components, makeup, dimensions and origins.…