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    container
    /kənˈteɪnə/

    noun

    • 1. an object for holding or transporting something: "the cakes will keep for up to two weeks if kept in an airtight container"
    • 2. a discrete environment set up within an operating system in which one or more applications may be run, typically assigned only those resources necessary for the application to function correctly: "more containers can run on a server than traditional virtual machines"

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  2. dhl-freight-connections.com › en › logistics-dictionaryWhat is a Container? - DHL Freight Connections

    Jun 27, 2024 · A container is a sealed, rigid, reusable metal box used to hold goods that require transport by vessel, truck or rail. The container must be built for repeated use, easy to fill or empty and specially designated to facilitate the carriage of goods without intermediate reloading.

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  4. www.marineinsight.com › know-more › 16-types-of-container-unit16 Types of Container Units and Designs for Shipping Cargo -...

    Jun 19, 2024 · What are Shipping Containers? Approximately 90% of the world’s goods are transported from one destination to another via container ships using different types of shipping containers. They are the most integral part of the shipping industry, trade, and transport.

  5. 7esl.com › containContainers and Quantities Vocabulary in English - 7ESL

    Jul 8, 2024 · A container is any receptacle or enclosure for holding a product used in storage, packaging, and shipping.

  6. blog.intoglo.com › types-of-containersCommon Types and Sizes of Shipping Containers

    Jul 8, 2024 · 1. Standard Sizes: Standard dry storage containers come in several sizes to accommodate shipping needs. The most common sizes are: 10-foot containers: Ideal for smaller shipments or limited storage space. 20-foot containers: A popular choice for most types of cargo, offering a good balance between capacity and flexibility.

  7. pelicancontainers.com › container-types › what-s-a-standardStandard Shipping Container Types & Dimensions: Understanding...

    Jun 20, 2024 · The most commonly used container for transporting goods is a standard shipping container. These robust containers, constructed from premium aluminum or steel, comply with ISO container standards and ensure the safe conveyance of your cargo. Bad weather and rough seas aren’t a problem for them due to their toughness and weather resistance.

  8. www.britannica.com › technology › shipShip - Container, Cargo, Freight | Britannica

    Jun 24, 2024 · Like tankers, container ships are characterized by the absence of cargo handling gear, in their case reflecting the usual practice of locating the container-handling cranes at shore terminals rather than aboard ship.

  9. dhl-freight-connections.com › container-transportWhat is Container Transport? - DHL Freight Connections

    Jun 27, 2024 · Container transport refers to the transportation of goods in standardised containers via rail and sea. The two most common international standardised container types are twenty and forty foot. The flexibility of container transport makes a significant contribution to the reduction in the costs of transport.