Container Re-Use
Optimise container logistics and minimise empty miles
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Additional Service in E-Spot
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Container Re‑Use is an additional service on FreightSmart that enables you to retain and redeploy the same container for the second shipment. It accelerates equipment turnaround, reduces empty repositioning and port storage, and consolidates coordination into a single, digital workflow.

Better Management

Re-using the same box implies fewer document back-and-forths, leaner documentation, and faster gate-in and -out at your facility – so you plan once and keep cargo moving. 

Cost Efficiency

By reducing empty miles and unnecessary depot moves, you mitigate key costs including:

Extra documentation handling
Congestion issues
Detention charges

Equipment Availability  

By reusing the container you already have on site, you reduce the risk of shortages during peak seasons, enhance control and visibility across your supply chain.


How to Book

Request Container Re‑Use when you book in E‑Spot. We will validate the feasibility and confirm the arrangement with you.

  1. Have your first shipment booked.
  2. Sign in to FreightSmart and search for E‑Spot quotes for your second shipment.
  3. For eligible quotations, choose a Smart Combo with Container Re‑Use or opt in to Container Re‑Use on the Additional Services page.
  4. Create your order — our team will contact you to finalise the operational arrangements.
Service Availability

Container Re-Use is currently available on the following routes (the second shipment):

Origin of the 2nd ShipmentDestination
Singapore
Any applicable ports covered in FreightSmart
Laem Chabang, Songkhla, Bangkok, Thailand
Mainland China, Indonesia
Port Klang, Malaysia
Mainland China, Indonesia
Ho Chi Minh, Haiphong, Vietnam
Mainland China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, India, Philippines
Taiwan, China
Mainland China, Bangladesh
Indonesia
Singapore, Vietnam, Mainland China
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Common Queries about Container Re-Use

Your first shipment can be any OOCL booking (such as E-Spot, E-Quote, contract, or non-FreightSmart bookings). If you wish to reuse the same container after the first shipment, please book with FreightSmart E-Spot following the above guide for your second shipment.
Standard dry containers (20GP, 40GP, and 40HQ) are available on supported routes on FreightSmart. Please note that all requests are subject to operational review and approval.

Your shipment will proceed under the standard flow without Container Re‑Use, and the additional service charge will not be billed. We will notify you promptly and propose alternatives where possible. 

For services booked under Smart Combo, we apologise that no deduction or refund will be made if the service is not available.

For further inquiries or specific details, please visit the Help Centre, Ask Fin or contact your local OOCL representatives.

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