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Container Transport; Why it's one of the best ways to transport goods

The increase in global trade and the growth of the transportation industry at the global level has led to the development of various methods of transporting goods. Container transport is one of the most common and effective methods of transporting goods. In this article, we will examine the reasons for the popularity of container transport and its benefits for industries and global trade.

One of the important reasons that container transport has become one of the main methods of transporting goods is the simplicity and standardization of this method. Containers are produced in standard dimensions and sizes and are used for transporting goods. This means that the process of transporting goods using containers is simpler and safer.

In addition to simplicity and standardization, container transport also reduces various costs. One of these costs is packaging and loading costs. Using containers, the packaging and loading process will be faster and of higher quality. Moreover, container transport allows transport companies to save on transportation costs by transporting goods on containers instead of using various transportation vehicles. This method also helps global trade and makes the process of transporting goods simpler and more predictable.

Introduction to Types of Containers

The topic of cargo containers is a commonly used topic in the freight transportation industry. Nowadays, with the development of global trade and an increase in the volume of cargo transportation, the use of cargo containers as a method for quick and secure transportation of goods has significantly increased.

Types of cargo containers:

1- 20-foot containers:

These containers have a length of 6.19 meters and a width of 2.43 meters. This type of container is suitable for loading small and specific goods.

Conatainer 20 Fit

2- 40-foot containers:

These containers have a length of 12.29 meters and a width of 2.43 meters. This type of container is suitable for loading large and heavy goods.

Container 40 Fit

3- کانتینرهای High Cube:

These containers have a length of 6.19 meters, a width of 2.43 meters, and a height of 2.90 meters. This type of container is suitable for loading tall and large goods.

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4- Open Top containers:

These containers have an open roof that is covered with a tarpaulin. This container is suitable for loads over 2.5 meters or loads that need to be loaded from the top.

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5- Flat Rack containers:

These containers have two sides that can be opened and have no walls. This type of container is suitable for loading tall and large goods.

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6- Tank containers:

These containers are used for transporting liquid and gaseous materials.

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7- Reefer containers:

These containers are used for transporting perishable goods and have a cooling system.

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8- Open Side containers:

These containers have one side open and are accessible from other sides during loading and unloading.

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9- Double Door containers:

These containers have double doors on both sides of the container, which allows for quick and easy access to loading/unloading.

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10- Pallet Wide containers:

These containers have a width of 2.55 meters and can accommodate two pallets in a row. This type of container is suitable for loading goods with standard pallet sizes.

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In addition, container manufacturers may produce other types of containers that are suitable for specific needs. For example,

Flatbed freight containers (including containers without roofs and walls),

Tunnel containers (with special doors on both sides),

and Half-Height containers (for transporting heavy and solid loads).

Offering various types of containers and sea transportation services; Al Tariq Al Azraq Shipping.

We are proud to offer various container transportation services to our valued customers as a company equipped with modern sea transportation equipment. With our 25 years of experience in the maritime industry and appropriate infrastructure, we can provide extensive container transportation services in the sea transportation industry. These services include container acceptance, packaging, loading, transportation, and unloading at all ports in the Persian Gulf. Our services are designed with a focus on customer satisfaction, and we are ready to solve the problems and meet the needs of our customers at any moment by providing 24/7 support.

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