The global standardization of containers and container handling equipment was one of the important innovations in 20th century. The main development came from the USA and hence many of the current sizes of containers find their origin therein. The drive for containerisation came from the need to speed up the loading and unloading of ships in ports. The additional great benefit was the reduction in the number of handlings between collection and delivery, which substantially enhances the security of the goods.
There are 2 major groups of containers; The ISO containers for world wide destinations and the European containers which are wider inside. Both types of containers service a specific market and can not be used in different markets.
As not all goods are suitable for loading in standard containers there is a wide range of types of containers available for worldwide shipping.
Most of the containers and their sizes are described on our website; for more advise on types of containers and how to load contact Emerald Cargo systems Ltd and we will pleased to assist.
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