Free Consultation on Off-Network Type Foldable Containers in West Asia

What is a foldable container?

It is, therefore, suitable for use by shipping lines and terminals. Foldable containers save up to 75% space and costs (50-60%). One standard container takes up as much space as four foldable ones. In addition, they are more environmentally friendly. The transport of foldable containers generates 37% less carbon dioxide.

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 repositioning empty containers reduce the cost of hinterland transport?

Shintani et al. (2010) focused on three scenarios for repositioning empty containers with foldable and standard containers in a hinterland, and the results showed that using foldable containers could reduce the total management cost for hinterland transport compared with the use of standard containers.

How can a government reduce the cost of a foldable container?

It would also be helpful for governments to invest in research and innovation of the equipment technology for handling foldable containers to reduce the fixed cost. Meanwhile, policies that can motivate container companies to supply more foldable containers to the market would also have a positive effect.