Shipping containers, cold chain and logistics
Practical guides on buying and using shipping containers, refrigerated cargo, container tracking and freight logistics, written from Econtainers' day-to-day operation.
NPSA Annual Show 2025: The Top Global Event in Portable Storage
Econtainers at the NPSA Annual Show in Las Vegas: innovation in shipping containers, cold chain and modular construction to lead the future of portable storage.
Reefer Containers5 Serious Mistakes in Transporting Food and Perishables, and How to Avoid Them
Avoid costly mistakes when shipping perishables: control the temperature, use the right reefer container and monitor your cargo in real time with Econtainers.
News & EventsEcontainers Strengthens Its Global Presence at Breakbulk Middle East 2025 in Dubai
Econtainers at Breakbulk Middle East 2025 in Dubai: CEO Andrés Valencia showcased our container, logistics and modular solutions to a global audience.
Logistics & TransportFoldable Containers: Revolutionizing Logistics Efficiency in 2025
Foldable containers are gaining ground in 2025: they save space on empty returns, cut transport and storage costs and reduce the carbon footprint.
Logistics & TransportDigitalization and Automation in Logistics: Keys to the Future of Freight Transport in 2025
In a world where efficiency and speed decide business success, digitalization and automation in logistics have become essential pillars for freight companies.
Reefer ContainersThree Exclusive Benefits of Our Satellite GPS Monitoring System for Reefer Containers
Econtainers' satellite monitoring and GPS system protects refrigerated cargo at all times: 24/7 global tracking, remote temperature control and smart alerts.
News & EventsEcontainers at Intermodal 2024: Connecting the Future of Global Logistics
Econtainers takes part in Intermodal 2024 in Rotterdam, the leading logistics and intermodal transport event: what we showcased and what it means for you.
News & EventsEcontainers at Breakbulk Houston 2024: Connections and Strategic Alliances for the Future of Logistics
Econtainers at Breakbulk Americas 2024 in Houston: connections with key players in international logistics and new alliances for container sales in the US.
News & EventsCelebrating 11 Years of Econtainers: Innovating and Growing Around the World
Econtainers celebrates 11 years of innovation and expansion in logistics and modular construction, from Colombia to the US, Mexico and the Middle East.
Shipping ContainersThe Global Container Shortage: A Challenge for International Logistics and the Econtainers Solution
What caused the global shortage of shipping containers, how it hit international trade and how shipper-owned containers (SOC) help companies cope.
- Reefer Containers
Pioneers in GPS Monitoring for Refrigerated Containers
How Econtainers became the first container company in Colombia to bring satellite monitoring and GPS to reefer containers, and why it matters.
Reefer ContainersHow Reefer Track Pro Helps a Company Reduce Financial Losses
How Reefer Track Pro container tracking, with real-time GPS, custom alerts and detailed reports, cuts losses on temperature-sensitive cargo.
Reefer ContainersWhat Temperature Should a Freezing System Run At?
The ideal freezing temperature is -18 °C to -23 °C (0 °F to -9 °F), but it varies by product. Table by category, monitoring and cold chain tips.