{"id":884000,"date":"2025-03-06T08:00:51","date_gmt":"2025-03-06T13:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thecompliancecenter.com\/ca\/?p=884000"},"modified":"2025-09-05T02:29:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T06:29:29","slug":"whats-new-in-the-2025-iata-battery-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thecompliancecenter.com\/ca\/help-center\/articles\/whats-new-in-the-2025-iata-battery-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s New in the 2025 IATA Battery Guide?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"What\u2019s New in the 2025 IATA Battery Guide?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The 2025 IATA Battery Guidance Document has officially landed! If you haven\u2019t had a chance to check it out, let\u2019s break down some highlights. This guide is a fantastic resource for understanding the complex world of transporting batteries by air. While it\u2019s not a regulatory document, it\u2019s a powerful tool for education and clarity\u2014and let\u2019s be honest, who doesn\u2019t need a bit of that when it comes to batteries?<\/p>\n

Sodium-Ion Batteries Take the Stage<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The big news this year is the addition of sodium-ion batteries, complete with a handy new classification flowchart on page 12. If you\u2019re diving into this emerging battery technology, this guide is a great place to start. They\u2019ve also included updated graphics featuring modern battery designs, which are surprisingly helpful for visual learners or anyone dealing with newer battery types.<\/p>\n

Updates on Cargo Tracking Devices<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Another key update involves cargo tracking devices and data loggers. These changes help ensure safer and more efficient transport\u2014something everyone can appreciate.<\/p>\n

A Heads-Up for January 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Planning ahead? The guidance document gives us a preview of changes coming in January 2026 for both Section I and Section II lithium batteries:<\/p>\n