Containerlagring

Containerlagring is the process of storing shipping containers in a prepared area, such as a port terminal, inland container yard, or warehouse facility. It covers both empty containers awaiting reuse and loaded containers awaiting further movement by ship, rail, or truck. The objective is to maximize available space, ensure safe handling, and support timely transshipment while controlling costs and dwell times.

Facilities comprise container yards with defined storage blocks and aisles, typically surfaced with asphalt or concrete. Containers are stacked in tiers according to weight limits and crane or truck access. Handling equipment includes reach stackers, gantry cranes, straddle carriers, and forklift trucks. Yard management systems monitor the position, status, and dwell time of each unit, often supported by barcodes, RFID, or GPS-based tracking.

Storage strategy considers container type and condition. Dry containers and refrigerated reefer units require different handling; reefers need a power supply and calibrated climate control. Long-term storage, short-term staging, and cross-docking are common patterns. Security, theft prevention, and weather protection are addressed through fencing, lighting, surveillance, and covered or sheltered stacking where possible.

Standards and regulation influence containerlagring: containers conform to ISO specifications for dimensions and load classification, and many carry a safety certification (CSC plate). Ports and inland terminals also enforce rules on stacking heights, weight distribution, and incident reporting. Economic factors include demurrage charges for delayed return and inventory carrying costs. Efficient containerlagring underpins intermodal logistics, supply chains, and global trade.