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COA Directory of Global Reefer Service Facilities

Investigations into the 2011 incidents, which resulted in three deaths, concluded that the refrigeration machines had contained a gas ... read more

COA Hamburg Meeting 2013

Programme for COA Meeting 7th October 2013 read more

Incident Notification System reveals cargo mis-declaration and packing issues

“We have identified that 24 percent of all incidents involve mis-declaration and this is probably the first time that this ‘iceberg’ ... read more

COA works with BSI on new standard for flexitanks

The use of flexitanks for transporting bulk liquids inside freight containers has increased significantly over the last ten years, ... read more

New Website Launched

The COA has launched a new website, giving members and potential members a wide range of relevant industry information and ... read more

Updated COA Report on Water-Based Paints for the Container Industry

The report's introduction looks at the issues relating to the search for water-based paints. It then explains the problems associated ... read more

Message to COA Members from the COA Chairman

The Container Owners Association in 2013 As it enters its 9th year, the Container Owners Association is on course for its busiest 12 ... read more