Advantage and Disadvantage of Containerization

What is Advantage and Disadvantage of Containerization ?

Advantages

• Saving in packing costs as the container it is a sturdy construction and forms a skin.

• Less damage to cargo during handling.

• Prevention of theft and pilferage.

• Less handling time at every port, resulting in cost savings.

• Lower insurance premium for shippers due to less chances of damage and Pilferage.

• Preserves the quality and purity of cargo from taint.

• Reduce the port time for ship and improves the working ratio.

• Easy tallying and documentation.

• For a Shipper less inventory costs and Stable inventory controls are made possible by a regular container ship schedule.

Disadvantages

• Higher capital intensive as container ships costs twice as much as other ships and shippers have to pay for aft container.

• The Highest degree of training is necessary for smooth operation.

• Repositioning of containers after discharge is required.

• Infrastructure on land like roads, bridge and availability of transport has to be developed for successful transportation of containers on land.