Container transport

• The type of container selected depends on the season, the route, the duration of the voyage and the container stowage space. Canned foods are generally transported in standard containers, subject to compliance with the water content of flooring and packaging.
• To prevent damage to the cargo, the container must always be absolutely dry and water-tight.

• It is also imperative that the goods be protected from moisture (rain, snow) during cargo handling and from excessively low and high temperatures, as the packaging (paperboard cartons) is extremely sensitive to moisture and loses stability. There is an additional risk that cans may lose their labels or cans may corrode.
• Both the cartons and the cans are relatively sensitive to mechanical stresses. If the packages are handled improperly, e.g. thrown, there is a risk of damage (e.g. cartons may become battered). The cargo should accordingly be handled with appropriate care.

• In port, care should be taken to ensure that the containers do not stand out in the open and that the duration of storage is as short as possible.
• The cargo must not be stowed near heat sources (risk of blowing caused by heat).

• Because of its considerable impact- and pressure-sensitivity, packages of this cargo must be secured in such a way that they are prevented from damaging each other.
• Spaces between packages or pallets must be filled, to prevent slippage or tipping. By selecting the correct packaging size or cargo unit (area module or area module multiple), holds can be tightly loaded (without spaces).