Flexi Policy Guidelines
A Flexibag is a flexible bladder installed inside a standard 20-foot dry container for the carriage of bulk liquid cargo. The complete arrangement is commonly referred to as a Flexitank system.
Sea Express shall accept Flexibag cargo only when the cargo, container, Flexibag and proposed voyage comply with the applicable operational and safety requirements. As a general Sea Express policy, Flexi bags shall be restricted to non-dangerous/non-regulated liquid cargoes unless a specific regulatory and technical assessment confirms otherwise. International guidance generally limits Flexitank use to suitable non-dangerous liquids.
Prohibited Flexibag Cargo
Sea Express shall not accept Flexibag cargo where the product meets any of the following criteria:
IMDG Classified
Classified as IMDG Dangerous Goods under international codes.
Flammable Liquids
Flammable under applicable dangerous-goods safety regulations.
Toxic or Corrosive
Toxic or corrosive liquids regulated as Dangerous Goods (DG).
Incompatible Material
Cargo that is chemically incompatible with the Flexibag material.
Unsafe Conditions
Requiring conditions that the Flexibag or container cannot safely provide.
Port & Legislative Ban
Prohibited by the relevant port, terminal or applicable local legislation.
Liability & LOI Requirements
- The shipper shall indemnify and hold Sea Express, its owners, operators, agents and subcontractors harmless against claims, losses, leakage, contamination, cargo damage, container damage, pollution, clean-up costs, delays, port charges and third-party claims arising from the Flexibag cargo or its loading.
- Sea Express reserves the right to require a separate Flexibag LOI/Indemnity Letter before accepting the shipment.
