4 Tips for Successful Shipping Container Transportation

Successful shipping container transportation relies on advance planning and consideration of all factors. Assess the goods you’re transporting, the sizes of the container needed, and estimated travel time depending on the terrain you’ll be crossing and the weather you may run into.

Let’s dive into everything you need to know for successful transport.

1. Choosing Your Container

The first step to successful shipping container transportation is to choose the correct container. 

Made of 14 gauge corrugated steel panels and 14 gauge CORTEN anti-corrosive steel, shipping containers are durable and can withstand harsh weather conditions. The container’s interior includes insulation or plywood, depending on the goods transported.

Before renting or purchasing your container, check for any damage and contaminants. Container damage includes dents and rust, both of which can impact the structure of the container and may negatively affect your cargo. 

2. Form of Transportation

When deciding what form of transportation to use for your shipment, think about the distance, landscape, and potential weather.

Transporting goods via cargo ship is common, especially for lengthier distances.

However, air cargo is excellent for shipping goods over long distances on a tight timeline. This mode of transportation also eliminates dealing with rougher terrains.

Road or rail may be more suitable if shipping shorter distances or across dry terrains.

3. Route Planning

Once you’ve chosen how you will be transporting your goods, selecting the best route is essential.

Research low bridges and narrow roads that you may need to avoid for road transportation. Make sure your route is safe and legal for every transportation option.

There will be factors you can’t be perfectly prepared for, like sudden weather changes, roadwork, or other unpredictable obstacles. However, having a plan makes everything less stressful when last-minute flexibility is necessary.

4. Monitoring Your Cargo

Having peace of mind that your cargo is in the right place and in the best possible condition is crucial. 

Using a tracking system like Motive or Samsara will make it easy to monitor your cargo during every stage of transport. 

If your shipment is not secure or has fallen behind the expected timeline, immediate updates will help you implement a backup plan faster.

Contact DRYBOX

Efficient shipping container transportation requires careful planning, preparation, and execution. Thankfully, our team is here to help you with your shipping container needs, so contact us today, and we’ll help you find the perfect shipping container for your cargo.