Containerization

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  • Containerization and other methods of transport
    • Malcom McLean - 1955 (idea in 1937)
    • 8ft tall and wide - 20 or 40 ft long
    • Keith Tantlinger convinced McLean not to patent the design - led to its significant part in globalization
    • Universal grip system to be used worldwide
      • More secure - less produce damaged
      • Cuts insurance premiums by 90%
      • Twist and lock mechanism
    • Being more sustainable
      • Hydrogen powered plane - no carbon
      • Solar panel planes
      • Biofuels

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