Transportbehälter

The Transportbehälter, commonly referred to in English as a Transportation Container or Intermodal Container, is a standardized unit of shipping that allows for the efficient transportation of goods between different modes of transportation, such as ships, trains, and trucks.

Developed in the 1950s by Maersk and other shipping companies, the Transportbehälter was designed to facilitate the rapid and cost-effective transfer of goods between different modes of transportation. It is a rectangular steel box with a standardized size, typically 20 or 40 feet in length, with a width and height of 8 feet. The Transportbehälter is secured to a chassis and can be easily swapped between different modes of transportation, without the need for labor-intensive and time-consuming transshipment.

The Transportbehälter is made of durable steel and has several features that make it ideal for international shipping, including:

* Weather-tight seals to prevent water damage

* Locking systems to prevent unauthorized access

* Reinforced corners and edges to prevent damage during transit

* International Standard Organization (ISO) certification, ensuring compatibility with all modes of transportation

Today, millions of Transportbehälter are in use worldwide, making it the most widely used unit of shipping. It has revolutionized the global supply chain, enabling faster and more efficient shipping of goods across the world.