With an extensive track-record of container innovations and a continuous drive for energy savings, user-friendliness and weight reduction opportunities, Samskip has been closely involved in the development of the new DSM HighQ™ container since October 2009.
The new HighQ™ container aims to be 20% lighter than its steel counterparts. The weight reduction is achieved thanks to composite panels that replace the commonly used corrugated steel. The first 45 ft pallet wide high cube prototype was certified by Lloyd's June 2011 and real life field tested by Samskip for over one year.
In total three prototypes have been successfully tested, DSM and Samskip are convinced the key advantage of the new container is cost efficiency. The lower tare weight in combination with an aerodynamic design leads to significant fuel savings during transport when compared to the same load as a steel container. Conversely, when used in transport modes where weight limitations apply, like rail and road, the lower weight of the container can also be turned into a payload increase for heavy commodities.
The flat sides make it easier to load and unload. It is also easier to clean and attracts less dirt. Innovative high impact corners protect the roof during container handling. This gives HighQ™ containers a longer lifetime and better protects the cargo.
"We firmly believe in this lightweight container that we have thoroughly tested under the most severe situations", says Diederick Blom, Chief Operating Officer at Samskip Multimodal. "We are extremely pleased to have had the opportunity to work in such close cooperation with DSM by sharing our industry knowledge and ideas and we look forward to welcoming the first series in our fleet next year which we will be offering to our clients".
"This container is a true example of DSM using its innovative power to drive sustainability in our society." says Theo Jongeling, Business Manager HighQ™ containers at DSM. "The use of composite technology reduces the impact on the environment already during the manufacturing stage and continuous to do this during the entire time that the container is operational. This solution is good for the environment and our customers' business at the same time!"
DSM is working with industrial partners to develop the supply chain of the new HighQ™ containers.
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