The simple answer is “Yes!”  This is the original purpose of all shipping containers, so of course they are ideally designed to ship goods or belongings on cargo vessels. On this basis, you may buy either a new container for shipping, or a used container.
In order to use a container legally for shipping, it needs to have a CSC Verification Plate. If a used container’s CSC plate has expired, we can arrange for your container to be re-inspected for shipping.

What is CSC Verification?

CSC Verification can be described as a shipping container’s ‘passport’. It is a small metal plate, fixed to the container doors. The container CSC plate details confirm to shipping lines that the container is structurally safe and sound. It gives you the green light, and permits you to ship cargo by sea around the world.  A container with such a plate can be new or used, and in any outward condition. Just because a container is CSC verified, it does not mean that it will be brand new, or aesthetically pleasing. As standard container shipping sizes are 20ft or 40ft, these are the sizes of container than will be CSC plated. However, specialised equipment or abnormal sizes can be plated, but you should discuss your requirements with your supplier prior to purchase. Read more about CSC Verification Plates >>

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