20′ Used GP Shipping Containers
20 Feet used general purpose containers are often referred to as standard containers or dry containers. It is completely enclosed. It also has a sturdy roof, corrugated walls, solid wood floors, and heavy-duty cargo doors. These features make it weather resistant.
This container is a robust, durable, and cost-effective solution for shipping dry goods and cargo by sea and land because you can fit so many items in the container. For example, a 20 ft general purpose container can hold around 10 standard industrial pallets and can be used over a long period.
The container is built according to ISO standards. In brand new condition it is equipped with a valid CSC plate. With that in mind, our new containers are ready to meet your international shipping needs.
Other than that, this 20’ DC also has forklift pockets. With this feature a forklift can easily move the container. Additionally lock box on the doors will give extra safety, easy open door will provide easier access, and extra vents allow better air circulation.
Additionally, this container type is also used in many conversion projects. The containers are converted into bedroom’s, office’s, bathroom’s and living rooms. In a conversion project this container type can also be equipped with extra vents, windows, doors, air conditioners, toilets, and more.
One more point, our 20ft general purpose container has two container doors with 4 3 locking bars and also lashing points in the interior to secure your goods. Therefore, it offers practicality and avoids cargo damage during shipping.
Finally, to save you some hassle, we can arrange transportation for your container to reach its destination. So, do not hesitate to contact us by filling in the form below.
Abandoned Containers
Global shipping hubs are becoming overcrowded with abandoned containers, causing unanticipated congestion in the international supply chain. Steel shipping containers were previously in scarce supply, but a decline in consumer demand and an impending economic slump has caused a surplus.
Based on the statement by a national marine manager for global claims management provider, some ports like the Port of Houston have decided to charge fees for empty containers abandoned in ports for longer than a week. It is in an effort to reduce overcrowded and overloaded depots.
Significant Containers Glut after Shortage
Throughout the busiest shipping season this year, a deficit of containers has completely flipped into a glut as falling shipping prices and postponed sales gain traction. The peak shipping season is currently underway, as stated by the business blog Bloomberg Trade Tracker.
As freight companies cut back on shipment capacity in advance of Black Friday and Christmas, retailers have dropped orders from abroad. A significant number of empty shipping containers abandoned at ports, it was claimed, is a result of sluggish global demand and a slowdown in global trade.
Companies will place new orders after these massive container supplies in North America and Europe run out. As a result, it will increase the demand for shipping quantities. He also stressed that although the demand is unlikely to return to its peak levels before the COVID-19 outbreaks, it will undoubtedly resume its long-term average increasing trend.
Companies will place new orders after these massive container supplies in North America and Europe run out. As a result, it will increase the demand for shipping quantities. He also stressed that although the demand is unlikely to return to its peak levels before the COVID-19 outbreaks, it will undoubtedly resume its long-term average increasing trend.
In this new normal era, the freight shipping industry starts to recover and operate more smoothly, thereby reducing container congestion at ports. The current condition is an improvement compared to the massive container abandonment during the COVID-19 lockdowns that hit the hardest global economy.