– Easy handling of goods – containers are designed to enable use of machinery
- Less damage to goods
- Safety – They are sealed until they reach the importers
- Low premium insurance costs, this results due to less risks
- Use of specially designed containers for special goods (.e.g tankers)
- Reduced inspection hence less disturbance to the goods
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