SINGAPORE: From April 15, travellers departing Singapore can only carry up to two power banks in their hand luggage, as part of new rules imposed by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).
The restriction applies to all rechargeable battery packs, including those with capacities of up to 100 watt-hour (Wh) and those between 100Wh and 160Wh that require prior approval.
In a statement on April 6, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) said passengers carrying more than two power banks will be made to dispose of any extra power banks before boarding.
The new regulations were put in place by the ICAO on April 2, meant to “update safety requirements associated with the carriage and use of power banks on board aircraft.”
