The document discusses containerization, a system for intermodal freight transport using standardized containers that facilitate efficient loading, unloading, and transfer across different transport modes. It outlines the types of containers, benefits such as theft prevention and flexibility, drawbacks including capital intensity and unsuitability for small quantities, and lists examples of shipping lines that own containers. The conclusion emphasizes that containerization is the safest method for international goods transportation, minimizing damage risk.

1. CONTAINERIZAT
ION
Prepared by: Jyoti Ranjan
Sahoo

2. Contents:
OMeaning of Containerization
ODimension of Containerization
OTypes of Container
OBenefits of Containerization
ODrawbacks of Containerization
OExamples of liner who have an own
Container
OConclusion
OReference

3. Meaning of Containerization:
OContainerization is a system of intermodal
freight transport using intermodal
containers. The containers have
standardized dimensions. They can be
loaded & unloaded, stacked, transported
efficiently over long distances and
transferred from one mode of transport to
another- container ship, rail transport
flatcars & semi-trailer trucks without being
opened.

4. Dimension of container:

6. Types of container:
1. Dry storage container
2. Flat rack container
3. Open top container
4. Tunnel container
5. Open side storage container
6. Double doors container
7. Refrigerator container
8. Thermal container
9. Tank
10. Roll container
11. Half height container
12. Car carriers
13. Intermediate bulk shift container
14. Drums
15. Special purpose container
16. Swap bodies

7. Dry storage container

8. Flat rack container

9. Open top
container

10. Tunnel container

11. Double doors
container

12. Open side container

13. Refrigerator
container

14. Thermal container

15. Tank container

16. Roll container

17. Half height
container

18. Car carrier
container

19. Intermediate bulk shift container

20. Special purpose
container

21. Swap bodies container

22. Benefits of containerization:
OPrevention of theft & pilferage
OFlexibility of usage
OFlexibility of transport
OAvoid repeated loading/unloading of
goods
OSafety of perishable goods

23. Drawbacks of containerization:
OCapital intensive
ORequires special handling facilities
ORepositioning
ONon suitable for transporting small
quantities
ONot suitable for good with irregular
shapes

24. Examples of liner who have an
own Container:
O Maersk line
O Safmarine
O CMA CGM
O Evergreen
O PIL
O MSC
O COSCO
O Hapag Lloyd
O NYK Line
O APL
O MOL

25. Conclusion:
OContainerization process is the best
process for movement of goods from one
country to another country with safety and
security.
OContainerization through goods can be
properly safe inside the containers and
avoid damages.

26. Reference:
O Google
O Wikipedia
O www.marinesight.com
O www.marinegyaan.com