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Transport Modes

ツイストロック

A mechanical locking device mounted on a container ship, rail wagon, or truck chassis, designed to secure ISO containers in place by twisting action, complying with ISO 1161 standards.

Quick answer: A mechanical locking device mounted on a container ship, rail wagon, or truck chassis, designed to secure ISO containers in place by twisting action, complying with ISO 1161 standards.

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Quick answer

A mechanical locking device mounted on a container ship, rail wagon, or truck chassis, designed to secure ISO containers in place by twisting action, complying with ISO 1161 standards.

Why it matters

ツイストロック matters because it supports clear communication in Transport Modes contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is ツイストロック?

In this glossary, ツイストロック refers to: A mechanical locking device mounted on a container ship, rail wagon, or truck chassis, designed to secure ISO containers in place by twisting action, complying with ISO 1161 standards.

How is ツイストロック used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "コンテナはISO 1161規格に適合するツイストロックでフラットカーに固定する必要があります。"

Why does ツイストロック matter in logistics?

ツイストロック matters because it supports clear communication in Transport Modes contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

Who uses ツイストロック?

ツイストロック is mainly used by Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers.

What category does ツイストロック belong to?

In this glossary, ツイストロック is grouped under Transport Modes. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO and published by Protermify Logistics as a static logistics reference page.

Definition

A mechanical locking device mounted on a container ship, rail wagon, or truck chassis, designed to secure ISO containers in place by twisting action, complying with ISO 1161 standards.

Operational example

Containers must be fastened to the flatcar using twist locks that meet ISO 1161 requirements.

Localized term

ツイストロック

Localized example

コンテナはISO 1161規格に適合するツイストロックでフラットカーに固定する必要があります。

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

Category

Transport Modes

Exam relevance

  • FIATA Diploma
  • CILT Certification
  • IATA DGR

Target audience

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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