Course overview
This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn about shipping overpacks by air transport.
Overpacks are enclosures used by shippers to provide extra protection for hazardous materials. Airlines often require overpacks to ensure safe transport. Enroll now to gain comprehensive knowledge and ensure compliance with shipping regulations.  


Price: €30 (VAT included)
Net Price: €24,79 (excl. VAT)
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Certification included
You will receive a certificate after completing the course.

Understanding Overpack Requirements

Learn how to prepare, mark, and document overpacks correctly under IATA regulations in under 1 hour.

What is an overpack?
An overpack is an enclosure used by a single shipper to contain one or more packages. It’s used for easier handling or to consolidate multiple packages into one unit. Common examples include shrink-wrapped pallets or boxes containing smaller packages.

Do overpacks need to be marked and labeled?
Yes. Overpacks must display all markings and labels of the packages inside, unless these are clearly visible from the outside. In addition, the word “OVERPACK” must be clearly marked if required.

Are airlines allowed to break down an overpack?
No. Overpacks must remain sealed and intact. Airlines are not permitted to dismantle or open an overpack.
Lesson series
  • Level: Introductory
  • Study time: 0.5 hour
  • Exams: Assessment test
  • Author: Veerle Melis
  • Certificate: yes
About the Trainer
This course is created by Veerle Melis, an aviation compliance specialist with over 30 years of experience in the air cargo industry.
Veerle has worked at major international airports for ground handling agents and airlines, as well as for a company officially authorized to act as a shipper on behalf of clients.
Over the years, she has guided and trained shippers, freight forwarders, handling agents, and airline staff across Europe, always with a focus on making dangerous goods regulations clear, approachable, and practical.
Her mission is to help you feel confident and well-prepared to handle compliance, no matter your role or level of experience.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the course, you will have a thorough understanding of the following topics:
  • Define what an overpack is
  • Understand the requirements for overpacks
  • Learn about marking and labelling requirements for overpacks
  • Understand how to declare an overpack on the transport documents
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