Platform Containers for Hire & Sale

Platform containers are the most open type of ISO container - essentially a heavy-duty flat base without walls or roof. Their design allows unrestricted loading from any side or from above, making them ideal for goods that cannot be accommodated in any other container type due to their dimensions or weight.

The platform base is engineered to hold static loads of up to 85,000 kg for break bulk shipments, with the platform structure itself rated to carry up to 60,000 kg. 40ft platform containers feature a gooseneck tunnel on both ends for compatibility with standard trailer handling equipment. The units can be interlocked in stacks - up to 7 for the 20ft version and up to 4 for the 40ft - and are equipped with forklift slots and strong lashing equipment throughout.

Flooring is available in wood or steel, depending on the weight and nature of your cargo. Platform containers are used extensively in logistics, agriculture, and construction, particularly for transporting unique, odd-shaped, or very heavy cargo.

• Industrial machinery transport: Carry large machinery, turbines, generators, and industrial plant that are too large or heavy for any enclosed container type.
• Aeroplane and aerospace components: Transport aircraft fuselage sections, wings, or large aeronautical components requiring an entirely open loading environment.
• Long pipes and structural steel: Move long pipes, beams, and structural steel sections that extend beyond the length of a standard container.
• Agricultural equipment: Transport large tractors, combine harvesters, and wide farm machinery without the need for dismantling.
• Cargo vessel and ferry transport: Use on small cargo vessels or ferries for transporting goods between ports where a flatbed platform is the most practical option.
• Construction project logistics: Move prefabricated concrete sections, bridge components, and large construction elements with maximum flexibility.
• Vehicles and rolling stock: Load oversized or heavy road vehicles, trailers, and specialist construction vehicles for transport.