IMF (Intermodal Freight Containers)

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) defines intermodal freight containers as “standardized reusable steel boxes, suitable for the transportation of goods by more than one mode of transport without intermediate reloading.” They are designed to be used across multiple modes of transport – land, sea and air – providing manufacturers, exporters and importers with greater flexibility in transporting their goods. Intermodal freight containers are an increasingly popular choice for procurement processes, due to their convenience and cost-effectiveness.