Transport Modes

Snow Chain

A traction device consisting of metal links fitted around the tires of trucks, trailers, or other road vehicles to improve grip on snow and ice, required by road transport regulations in winter conditions.

Quick answer: A traction device consisting of metal links fitted around the tires of trucks, trailers, or other road vehicles to improve grip on snow and ice, required by road transport regulations in winter conditions.

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Quick answer

A traction device consisting of metal links fitted around the tires of trucks, trailers, or other road vehicles to improve grip on snow and ice, required by road transport regulations in winter conditions.

Why it matters

Snow Chain 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 Snow Chain?

In this glossary, Snow Chain refers to: A traction device consisting of metal links fitted around the tires of trucks, trailers, or other road vehicles to improve grip on snow and ice, required by road transport regulations in winter conditions.

How is Snow Chain used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Snow chains must be installed on drive axles when indicated by road signs or local winter regulations."

Why does Snow Chain matter in logistics?

Snow Chain 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 Snow Chain?

Snow Chain is mainly used by Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers.

What category does Snow Chain belong to?

In this glossary, Snow Chain 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 traction device consisting of metal links fitted around the tires of trucks, trailers, or other road vehicles to improve grip on snow and ice, required by road transport regulations in winter conditions.

Operational example

Snow chains must be installed on drive axles when indicated by road signs or local winter regulations.

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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