Container handling services

cpc code 67110 covers the essential container handling services that facilitate the efficient movement of goods across global supply chains. This industry plays a vital role in the broader import/export economy, enabling the seamless transfer of containerized cargo between different modes of transportation, such as ships, trains, and trucks. Container handling services are a critical link in the logistics network, ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of a wide range of products to consumers and businesses worldwide.

The main production techniques used in the container handling services industry involve the use of specialized equipment and infrastructure to load, unload, and transport containers. This includes the use of cranes, forklifts, and other heavy machinery to move containers between ships, trains, and trucks. Container terminals also utilize advanced software and tracking systems to manage the flow of containers and optimize the efficiency of their operations.

The key inputs required for the container handling services industry include the containers themselves, which are typically made of steel or aluminum, as well as the specialized equipment and infrastructure needed to handle them. This includes cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment, as well as the land, buildings, and transportation networks that make up the container terminals and logistics hubs. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce of crane operators, logistics coordinators, and other personnel to ensure the smooth and efficient movement of containers.

The primary output of the container handling services industry is the successful transfer and transportation of containerized cargo. This cargo can include a wide range of products, from consumer goods and raw materials to machinery and hazardous materials. The output of this industry is consumed by a variety of other industries, including 49200 Freight transport by road, 50200 Sea and coastal freight water transport, and 52100 Warehousing and storage.