In November 2024, the International Standard for Contactless Cold Chain Logistics Delivery (ISO 31511:2024), proposed by China, was officially published. This marks the first international standard in the cold chain logistics sector initiated by China. The proposal was led by the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing (CFLP) and developed in collaboration with organizations such as the China National Institute of Standardization (CNIS) under the International Organization for Standardization’s Cold Chain Logistics Technical Committee (ISO/TC 315).
This standard provides global technical guidance for contactless delivery services in cold chain logistics, ensuring hygiene and safety during transportation. It aims to create a safer environment for logistics personnel, recipients, and transported goods. The standard outlines comprehensive requirements for service providers, including equipment, operational procedures, and protocols for handling exceptional situations during contactless delivery from distribution centers to recipients.
Key Milestones in ISO 31511:2024 Development
- Proposal Initiation:
The CFLP formally submitted the proposal to ISO/TC 315 in 2020. - Approval and Working Group Formation:
The project was approved in 2021, with the establishment of Working Group 2 (WG 2) dedicated to contactless delivery. - Collaborative Development:
Over 20 Chinese organizations, including CNIS, China Water Resources and Electric Power Material Group, Xiamen Institute of Standardization, and Qingdao Port Group, collaborated with international experts from Japan, France, Korea, the UK, Germany, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore to draft the standard.
Global Impact of ISO 31511:2024
This is the second international standard published by ISO/TC 315, reinforcing China’s leadership in cold chain logistics standardization. The standard ensures product quality and safety during delivery while providing a safer working environment for global logistics personnel and users.
China’s involvement in ISO/TC 315 underscores its commitment to driving innovation and promoting best practices in cold chain logistics on an international scale. CFLP continues to encourage Chinese enterprises and experts to actively participate in global standardization initiatives, further strengthening China’s influence in this domain.
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Post time: Nov-25-2024