News / Container numbers hit 6m surplus - but beware invasive species

A renewed focus on equipment has seen a pandemic-driven growth in the number of containers circulating; but also a warning about the dangers of invasive species carried on internationally transported boxes.

More boxes could mean a higher risk of transporting unwanted organisms, but would also help reduce the increased dwell times at destination ports in Europe and the US.

Nevertheless, the issue of cleaning containers inside and out to prevent the spread of potentially harmful insects and other wildlife is gaining greater ...