Freight containers are a reusable transport and storage unit for moving products and raw materials between locations or countries. There are about twenty million intermodal containers in the world, and a large proportion of the world?s long-distance freight generated by international trade is transported in shipping containers. Their invention made a major contribution to the globalization of commerce dramatically reducing the cost of transporting goods and hence of long-distance trade.
Importing valuable goods from Asia: Sea, Air, Rail, or Barge?
Sea, air, rail, or barge? Discover the pros and cons of each transport modality and confidently choose the best option for your valuable cargo.
