Container Types

With approximately 3.4 million TEU container units of every size and type, Waves InterContinent (WIC) has a container to suit your needs. Our fleet of modern Waves InterContinent (WIC) containers has an average age of less than six years and a stringent maintenance programme ensures they are always ready for service. Each container in our fleet meets the Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) standards.

Open tops

Our special open top containers are available in lengths of 20’ and 40’ and have been designed for over-sized cargo that does not fit into a standard container. They are equipped with removable roof bows and tarpaulin covers, and the cargo can easily be secured with lashing bars and bull rings.

Flat racks

Waves InterContinent (WIC) has specific equipment for heavy cargo that requires special attention, or does not fit into a standard container. This equipment is suitable for top or side loading, and ideal for items such as heavy machinery, pipes and boats. We provide flat racks in length of 40’, with fixed or collapsible end-walls. We can also handle 20’ flat racks Shipper’s Own Containers (SOC) on a case by case basis, subject to ISO certification and valid CSC plates.



Types:

20' open top


This is the smallest of our open top containers. However, with a maximum payload of up to 28.2 metric tonnes, it is still able to carry more weight than any of our other Open Tops. It measures 20' x 8' x 8'6”. Our Open Tops are suitable for any oversized cargo that exceeds the usual height of our regular containers, but still fits within the weight limits.

40' open top


Our 40' Open Top container has a lot of extra space compared to the 20'. More specifically, it measures 40' x 8' x 8'6” and has a maximum payload of 26.66 metric tonnes. Our Open Tops are suitable for any oversized cargo that exceeds the usual height of our regular containers, but still fits within the weight limits.

40' open top high cube


The 40' Open Top HC is the largest of our Open Tops based on measurements. It measures 40' x 8' x 9'6” and has a maximum payload of up to 26.48 metric tonnes. Our Open Tops are suitable for any oversized cargo that exceeds the usual height of our regular containers, but still fits within the weight limits.

40' flat rack - folding end


This is our Flat Rack container with collapsible end walls for extra flexibility. It has a payload of 34.9 metric tonnes and measures 40' x 8' x 8'6”. All of our Flat Racks are suitable for top or side loading, making them ideal for heavy machinery, pipes and other oversized cargo.

40' flat rack high cube


This is our Heavy Duty Flat Rack container with collapsible end walls. Designed to carry your extra heavy cargo, this Flat Rack has a massive payload of 47.3 metric tonnes and measures 40' x 8' x 9'6”. All of our Flat Racks are suitable for top or side loading, making them ideal for heavy machinery, pipes and other oversized cargo.