Federal Register #2026-18915

PHMSA Notice of Applications for New Special Permits for Hazardous Materials Transportation

PHMSA, part of the Department of Transportation, has announced a notice regarding applications for new special permits for hazardous materials transportation. - Government Buyer: - Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), Department of Transportation - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Noble Gas Systems Inc - International Decal Management Corporation - HSAGP Energy LLC - Louisiana Energy Services LLC - Lockheed Martin Corporation - Porsche Logistik GmbH - Podium Engineering S.r.L - Raytheon Company - Simpli Soda LLC - ABB AG - Synspective Inc - United States Consumer Product Safety Commission - Linde Gas & Equipment Inc - Arkedge Space Inc - Our Next Energy Inc - Saildrone Inc - Bygone Aviation LLC - U.S. Department of Energy - Opmobility H2-Power USA Inc - Lucid USA Inc - Products/Services Requested: - Authorization for transportation of hazardous materials including: - Lithium-ion batteries - Compressed gases - Uranium hexafluoride - Carbon dioxide - Acetylene - Radioactive materials - Modes of transport: motor vehicles, rail freight, cargo vessels, cargo aircraft - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Authorization for prototype batteries - Non-certified tank car facilities - Special packaging requirements - Alternative security plans - Public comment period and application inspection at PHMSA Records Center

Description

The Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has received applications for new special permits related to hazardous materials transportation. These permits involve modifications and authorizations for the transportation of various hazardous materials, including lithium-ion batteries, compressed gases, and radioactive materials, across different modes of transport such as motor vehicles, rail freight, cargo vessels, and cargo aircraft. The notice invites comments on these applications, which must be received by October 16, 2026. The applications are available for inspection at the PHMSA Records Center in Washington, DC.

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