Interesting facts about shipping
Cargo transportation has an ancient history, which begins with the development of trade and exchange of goods between different regions and peoples.
In ancient and medieval times, when cars and trains did not exist, goods were transported by animals such as camels, horses, elephants, and dogs. The main means of international trade and communication were caravans and cavalry.
Freight transportation has evolved along with the development of technology and communication, with the advent of steam locomotives in the 19th century. Then, with the advent of automobiles and airplanes in the 20th century, freight became faster and more efficient.
Communication system
A communication system was necessary for the exchange of information between traders traveling long distances. Verbal and written symbols allowed them to convey information about transport, goods and cargo, which facilitated the establishment of business connections and ensured efficient trade.
The symbols and signs used in this communication system were known only to the “initiates”. This created a kind of closed community where traders could exchange information without the risk of outsiders understanding it.
Container
The barrel of a ship was widely used in ancient times to transport various goods. Barrels were usually used to transport bulk or liquid cargo such as alcohol or food.
Iron-lined boxes were used to transport other items, such as cloth, clothing, or household items. This protected the contents of the box from damage during transport and also provided extra strength.
Interesting facts about shipping
As with any industry, the trucking industry has many records and surprising facts that are interesting to learn about.
Dane Thorbjorn Pedersen used the most unusual “transportation” for the trip. He dreamed of traveling around the world, but he did not have the financial means. Then he organized the transportation of a large container of office supplies from his city to another continent. Only instead of pens and pencils, the Dane threw himself into the container. This life hack has allowed him to visit almost 180 countries for free.
Contracts for shipments up to 5 tons are often signed by food manufacturers and retailers. It is an interesting fact that the length of all the sausages transported in one year in the world is 400 thousand km. And this is 15 thousand km more than the distance from the Moon to the Earth.
It is interesting that in the United States, the transportation of fresh frozen potatoes by trucks makes up 95% of the total transportation volume. The reason is the popularity of french fries.
By the way, every 15 Americans is a truck driver. This profession is considered one of the most popular. In total, almost 4 million people work as truck drivers in the United States.
The common types of packaging during transportation are cardboard, film and plywood. However, Japanese logistics companies sometimes use rice husk when transporting valuable products. It retains optimal moisture and has good impact absorbent properties.
Today you won’t surprise anyone with moving apartments. But the cases related to the transportation of entire buildings are admirable. For example, the church in the city of Emmaus in Germany was moved to another location. They did not dare to dismantle the house of God, so the whole building was loaded and moved.