An ISO container (International Standards Organisation) meets international size and weight standards, allowing them to be transported interchangeably by ship, rail, or truck worldwide.
TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit) +
TEU is the standard unit of measurement for container capacity. A 20ft container = 1 TEU. A 40ft container = 2 TEU. This is used to measure ship and port capacity.
One-Trip Container +
A container that has been used only once to ship goods from the factory to its destination. These are in near-new condition and are also called "new" containers.
Tare Weight +
The weight of an empty container. A 20ft standard container typically weighs around 2,300kg (tare). This is important to know for transport planning.
High Cube Container +
A container that is 1 foot (30cm) taller than a standard container — typically 2.896m high externally vs 2.591m for standard height. Provides around 13% more volume.
Reefer Container +
A refrigerated container with built-in cooling/heating equipment. Used for transporting or storing temperature-sensitive goods. Also known as "refrigerated" or "cold storage" containers.
CSC Plate +
The Container Safety Convention (CSC) plate is a safety certificate affixed to all ISO containers. It certifies the container meets international safety standards for stacking, lifting and transportation.