Services
Container leasing & equipment management
Selecting the right container type, controlling equipment release and return, and resolving equipment issues in transit.
A container is not just a box but a set of obligations: usage periods, equipment condition, place and time of return. Mistakes here create demurrage and extra charges after the cargo has already been delivered. SilkPort Logistics selects the type and number of containers to match the cargo, checks equipment condition at release, records usage periods, warns the client in advance as deadlines approach, and handles correspondence with the equipment owner in case of damage or delay.
What is included
- Container type matched to the cargo: standard, high cube, special
- Technical condition check at equipment release
- Control of usage periods and return reminders
- Arranging empty container return to the agreed location
- Handling issues arising from equipment damage
- Equipment planning for clients with regular volumes
Who it suits
- Companies with regular shipments and a constant need for equipment
- Clients whose cargo requires a non-standard container
- Importers who previously incurred demurrage charges
What the client gets
- Equipment type matched to the nature of the cargo
- Usage deadlines tracked rather than discovered late
- We handle the equipment owner, not the client
Frequently asked questions
Which container suits my cargo?
It depends on weight, dimensions, packing density and transport requirements. In the quote we propose a suitable type and show how it affects volume utilisation and the final cost.
Who is responsible for returning the empty container?
Responsibility is fixed in the booking before departure. If SilkPort Logistics handles the return, we agree the location and date and arrange transport; if it stays with the consignee, we communicate the terms and deadlines in advance.
Other services
Rail container freight
A dedicated container for your cargo on Eurasian rail routes. We handle slot booking, equipment supply and coordination of departure and arrival.
Learn moreRail LCL consolidation
Shipping consignments that do not fill a container. We receive cargo at the terminal, consolidate it with other shipments and deconsolidate on arrival.
Learn moreChina terminal & warehousing
Our own site in China where suppliers deliver cargo. Receiving, inspection, storage, transhipment and shipment preparation run under our operational control.
Learn more
Need a route from China? We will build a solution for your cargo
Describe the shipment — a manager will come back with scheme options and a quote.
Requests are processed on business days. The reply goes to the contact you provide.