Advantages of container transportation
Delivery of cargo by containers has the following advantages:
High level of security and safety of cargo. Containers are characterized by strength and tightness. Access to the contents is impossible without breaking the integrity.
In containerized transportation when changing the mode of transport there is no need to unload / reload the goods.
The cost of containerized transportation of goods is much lower compared to other methods of delivery.
The possibility of combining several modes of transportation.
In the company “Aerostar” you can order containerized transportation of prefabricated cargo. This type of delivery is ideal for transportation of piece goods or several commodity groups of different manufacturers. Collected cargo is a cost-effective solution for businesses that require the delivery of small quantities of goods.
Delivery of goods by different types of containers
Different types of containers are used for transportation of products. The choice depends on the type of cargo.
Our specialists will help you to choose the right type according to your requirements. Standard containers (20 and 40 feet) are very popular. They are characterized by rigidity and strength of construction, good protection from moisture, dust, dirt.
This type of containers is used for transportation of:
cargoes in and without containers;
large-size piece equipment, machinery;
liquid, bulk cargoes in individual packaging.
The following types of containers are used for container transportation:
Refrigerated (REF). They are equipped with a cooling system. Refrigerated cargo transportation is used for transportation of perishable and frozen foodstuffs, medicines, cosmetics, raw materials.
Tank-tanks (TANK). They are used for container transportation of liquid cargoes (fuel, various liquids used in heavy and chemical industries).
Marine (OPEN TOP). They do not have a closed top, which allows transportation of non-standard, large-sized cargoes in horizontal or vertical position.
They represent a platform with a reinforced bottom. In such containers there are no side walls. They are used for transportation of heavy equipment, machinery and other oversized cargo.
Classification of international containerized cargo transportation:
FCL, or Full Container Load. A shipment is delivered in a single container to a single consignee.The cargo is shipped from a single port.
LCL, or Less than Container Load. A shipment from multiple shippers.
