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The History of the Shipping Container: How a Steel Box Changed Global Trade Forever It’s hard to imagine a time when international trade wasn’t powered by massive steel boxes stacked on cargo ships, hauled by trains, or pulled across highways. But the now-ubiquitous shipping container is a relatively recent invention — one that transformed the […]
How Are Shipping Containers Manufactured? A Step-by-Step Guide to Container Construction Shipping containers are the backbone of global trade, quietly moving 90% of the world’s cargo across oceans, highways, and railways. But have you ever wondered how these incredibly strong steel boxes are made? The process behind manufacturing a shipping container is a fascinating mix […]
Exploring Sea Cans, C-Cans, Conex & More When you hear someone mention a “sea can,” “C can,” or even “Conex box,” don’t worry—they’re all referring to the same thing: those big steel boxes used to haul cargo around the world. But why so many names? Let’s unpack it. 1. Shipping Container The most formal and […]