Storage of containers in terminals

A container terminal is a site where containers are temporarily located, they can be either empty or with cargo. Any containers can be stored on the site, regardless of modification. The terminals have equipment for moving boxes and access roads for carrying out transport logistics. The site is guarded around the clock. The well-established system provides energy to the containers and freezers located in the terminal.

Storage of containers

Large financial costs associated with intermediate storage have a great impact on the formation of the revenue side of transportation. The terminals offer companies and individuals who own containers to resolve the issue of temporary placement of containers. When choosing a site, it is recommended to take into account the following features of the terminal:

• Convenient location;
• Employee qualification level;
• Technical capabilities and covered areas for cargo inspection;
• Possibility of storing dangerous goods and access to connection to the power system;
• Terminal capacity to accommodate a large number of modules;
• Convenient work schedule;
• Repair and provision of up-to-date data on the condition of containers placed in the terminal.

The storage of containers in terminals is the best option when it comes to the implementation of complex routes, transportation within the same area or temporary storage of modules. The terminal employees take responsibility for ensuring control over the state of the parameters of tank containers, refrigeration systems and boxes containing dangerous goods. Experts conduct a comprehensive inspection of the ISO container and, based on the information received, draw up a report, which is sent to the owner for review. Craftsmen will carry out repair work on the structure or additional installations in accordance with the requirements of current standards and industry norms. The technical equipment of the terminal allows for prompt loading and unloading of boxes on any platform.

Among the largest container terminals are the ports of Shanghai, Singapore, Rotterdam and Los Angeles.