Sea Freight Container Sizes
If you’re shipping FCL (full container load) freight, you’ll need to determine the right container size and type for your goods.
The main types of sea freight units include:
The main types of sea freight units include:
- Dry/General Shipping Containers: Used for transporting all types of dry, non-temperature sensitive goods via sea freight.
- Open Top Shipping Containers: Similar to general shipping containers with a collapsible top to allow for greater space to accommodate larger goods.
- Flat Rack Shipping Containers: High-loading capacity units that consist of a base and two fixed end walls. Designed for transporting heavy and wide goods.
- High Cube Shipping Containers: Similar to general shipping containers with more headroom to accommodate larger goods.
- Reefer Shipping Containers: Insulated shipping containers with cooling motors that set and maintain the internal temperature of the unit.