Economics, conflict of interest and the risks of substandard box construction

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So many, if not all, elements of container transport are these days are under the severest cost-cutting scrutiny.

The basic building block of the industry – the simple steel box – is not immune from this search for economies. Indeed, recently it has been somewhat of a focus, and it is worth reflecting, therefore, on the value of quality in the manufacture of this vital unit.

Some manufacturers may develop feedback loops to ensure quality is built into their culture and manufacturing ...