ABS Rule 7 and How It Applies to Shipping Container Construction The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) plays a crucial role in setting safety and design standards for marine-related structures. One of their guiding principles is Rule 7, which specifically addresses the structural integrity and safety protocols required for shipping container construction. This rule ensures […]
A Step-by-Step Guide to Exporting a Shipping Container from the United States Exporting a shipping container from the United States may seem like a daunting task, but by understanding the required steps and planning ahead, you can make the process manageable and efficient. This guide will walk you through each stage, from initial preparation to […]
The global economy has always been an interconnected web, with trade policies playing a pivotal role in shaping the flow of goods, services, and capital. Amid this intricate system, the humble shipping container may seem like an unlikely centerpiece. However, as new tariffs are poised to take effect in 2025, these steel boxes are expected […]
Common Questions From Shipping Container Buyers Conex Depot staff are ready to answer all shipping container buyer questions. For your convenience, our support staff have complied a list of the most common questions that we have received from shipping container buyers in 2024: How long until my shipping container is delivered? Do you offer COD […]
Guide to Buying Shipping Containers In recent years, shipping containers have become increasingly popular for a myriad of uses beyond their original intent. From homes and offices to storage spaces and pop-up shops, the adaptability of these sturdy steel boxes has made them a sought-after commodity. If you’re looking to buy a used shipping container […]
Most of the goods that we use in our everyday lives – like the very smartphone you are using to read this article – were manufactured in another country, loaded into a Conex shipping container, and shipped across the ocean on a massive container ship and unloaded at a shipping container port near your city. […]
At the time of this blog post, there is a shortage of shipping containers worldwide, which has contributed to prices rising and availability falling. Measures to stop the spread of Covid-19 all over the world have caused massive disruptions in normal international trade, creating delays and causing to freight (largely comprised of container shipping from […]
Future of Smart Shipping Containers In recent years there’s been a demand for better transparency and improvements with security in the container transport supply chain. Typically, when a shipping container is loaded onto a cargo ship its location and arrival cannot be pinpointed, so the only tracking available is of the vessel it’s been loaded […]
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