Most of the world’s cargo is shipped in a container vessel. The vessels vary in sizes and dimensions – which determines where they may or may not sail. That is not all: different types of ships are dedicated to specific commodities and cargo types. Our Freight Forwarding Experts share a quick recap of the world of ships as it stands today. Discover the roles, types, and latest innovations of general cargo ships, essential for diverse maritime logistics and sustainable global trade. A cargo ship is a large vessel designed to transport goods and materials across seas and oceans, playing a key role in global trade. In this article, I refresh the various types of ships used in today’s global trade, their uses, and categories..
