Moorgate Metals Knowledge Centre

The loading plan should be agreed before the container arrives. It must reflect cargo density, legal weight limits, container payload, floor loading, securing needs, moisture risk, destination handling and the chosen transport contract.

Before loading

  • Verify container number, size/type, payload plate and visible condition.
  • Check floor, walls, roof, doors, locking bars, cleanliness, odour and water ingress.
  • Confirm the inspected lot remains segregated and identifiable.
  • Verify packing count, unit weights and scale status.

During loading

Record loading sequence, representative material condition, package counts, weight tickets and any deviations. Distribute weight safely, avoid point loading or unstable bales, and use suitable blocking, bracing or securing where required. Ensure prohibited or uninspected material cannot be introduced.

Closure and document alignment

Record door closure, high-security seal number, container number, final weight or VGM process, date, location and responsible personnel. The commercial invoice, packing list, inspection report, weight certificate and transport instructions should reconcile.

Claims value: timestamped evidence is strongest when it shows continuity from identified lot through loading, closure and seal—not merely a few attractive photographs.

General commercial guidance only. Grade nomenclature and market practice vary. The signed contract, current official specifications and transaction-specific professional advice control.