Container handling services

cpc code 6711 covers the essential services of container handling, a critical component of the global import/export supply chain. This industry plays a vital role in the efficient movement of goods across international borders, facilitating trade and economic growth. Container handling services are a key link between various transportation modes, ensuring the seamless transfer of containerized cargo from ships, trains, and trucks.

The main production techniques in the container handling services industry involve the use of specialized equipment and machinery to load, unload, and transfer containers. This includes the use of gantry cranes, straddle carriers, and other container handling equipment to move containers between different modes of transportation. Skilled operators and logistics professionals coordinate these activities to ensure the timely and secure movement of goods.

The primary inputs required for container handling services include the containers themselves, as well as the necessary infrastructure such as port facilities, cargo terminals, and transportation networks. Additionally, this industry relies on a skilled workforce of crane operators, logistics coordinators, and support staff to ensure the efficient operation of container handling activities. Specialized equipment, such as cranes, straddle carriers, and forklifts, are also essential inputs for this industry.

The main output of the container handling services industry is the successful transfer and movement of containerized cargo. This output is consumed by a wide range of other industries, including 4923 Freight transportation arrangement, 4931 Warehousing and storage, and 4841 General freight trucking, as well as the broader import/export and logistics sectors. The efficient handling of containers is a crucial component in the global supply chain, enabling the timely and cost-effective delivery of goods to consumers and businesses worldwide.