Cost of Waterproof Folding Containers for European Ports

What is a seafold 40' container?

A collapsed bundle of five SeaFold 40’ containers accommodates the same slot as one conventional 40’ High Cube container creating 80% more storage and operating cost efficiencies at terminals, railheads, and ports, along with reducing lifts and container movement on ships, truck, rail, and barges.

What is a returnable foldable large container (FLC)?

For improved space and capacity utilisation ORBIS has introduced a returnable foldable large container (FLC). The OceanPak plastic bin is stackable and collapsible when empty. That increases efficiency and minimizes transport costs during intercontinental shipping, especially during the return transport.

Who makes foldable containers?

HCI is not the only company that produces foldable containers. Another example is Staxxon, an American manufacturer of accordion-like foldable containers. They are ISO approved and will be commercially available in 2023. They can be folded and unfolded by two people or with Material Handling Equipment (MHE).

Can a foldable container save CO2?

With a foldable container that saves up to 37% in costs and CO₂. We are calling all shippers and shipping lines to take responsibility and start saving CO ₂ with 4FOLD now Without action the shipping industry will account for 10% of the global CO₂ emissions in 2050. This is much higher than the CO₂ target under the Paris agreement.