The movement of goods across continents is the backbone of global trade and the route from China to the Middle East is among the fastest growing. While the scale of this trade is impressive, it also comes with significant inefficiencies and environmental cost.
This white paper examines the costing elements and carbon emissions generated when shipping a 40-foot container (“FEU”) on a round voyage from China to Medina, Saudi Arabia, shedding light on the economic and environmental impact of this essential global supply line.
It also analyzes how GenFlat collapsible containers, shipped together as a bundle of four, can save approximately US$6,450 and 2.5 metric tonnes of carbon per trip.