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Quality & condition

Match the condition to the intended use.

Container condition terms help frame an enquiry, but the actual unit and intended application matter. Ask for photographs, inspection details and supporting documentation where required.

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YOUR OPTIONS

A clearer starting point.

01

New / one-trip

Generally describes equipment with minimal prior use. Confirm the actual specification and appearance of the offered unit.

02

Cargo worthy

A term used for cargo-transport suitability. Confirm the inspection, documentation and carrier requirements for the intended movement.

03

Wind & watertight / as-is

Wind & watertight typically relates to storage protection. As-is means the stated current condition; clarify defects and suitability before agreeing.

PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE

Know what you are accepting

Check door operation, seals, roof, walls, flooring and visible structural damage. Ask about previous repairs and modifications. A unit suitable for static storage may not meet the requirements for a loaded international movement.

The CSC framework concerns container safety in international transport. A condition label or a photograph of a plate alone does not establish current compliance. Obtain the relevant inspection and documentation for the specific use.

Read the IMO container safety overview

Your enquiry checklist

  • Intended storage, cargo or conversion use
  • Recent photographs and condition description
  • Known damage, repairs or modifications
  • Relevant inspection and document requirements
  • Agreed acceptance and handover arrangements

BEFORE YOU ENQUIRE

Useful answers.

Does wind & watertight mean cargo worthy?

No. Protection against wind and water does not by itself establish cargo-transport suitability.

What if I cannot inspect in person?

Ask what photographs, inspection reports or third-party inspection arrangements are available before making a decision.

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