Blog categorized as Container history
For centuries, humanity has relied on maps to navigate and understand the world. But before we had satellites orbiting the Earth and GPS devices in our pockets, mapmaking was a painstaking and complex process. Early cartographers—whether they were explorers, scientists, or skilled artists—employed a...
Over the past few decades, China has emerged as the global leader in manufacturing shipping containers. The country now produces more than 90% of the world's containers, a dominance that reflects not only China’s growing industrial power but also its strategic decisions in building infrastructure, t...
World War II was a global conflict that required massive logistical operations to supply troops, maintain production, and sustain populations across continents. Moving resources efficiently and securely was a strategic necessity for all belligerent nations, influencing both the duration and outcome ...
Shipping container vessels are the giants of the seas, transporting millions of containers across oceans annually. These vessels are meticulously designed and loaded to ensure stability and prevent capsizing, which is crucial for the safety of the crew, cargo, and the environment. In this blog post,...
The Drake Passage, a 600-mile-wide body of water between the southern tip of South America and Antarctica, is notorious among sailors and adventurers for its treacherous conditions.
Named after the famed English sea captain Sir Francis Drake, the passage was in reality first discovered by Spanish exp...
