The explosion of a Maersk container at a South Korean port on August 28 has again cast the spotlight on the danger of misdeclared cargo, underscoring the persistent safety concerns related to containerised cargo.
Although no injuries were reported, the incident at Hanjin Container Terminal at the Port of Incheon triggered a full-scale investigation by the local police department.
It has also resulted in renewed calls for structural reform in cargo handling and compliance.