At Klaipedos Smelte empty container depot services are integrated into container terminal operations and rendered exclusively to shipping lines. Each empty container that is received from a truck, rail wagon or a ship passes through a detailed inspection in a dedicated depot area.
1.500
containers repaired each month

Based on actual condition, containers are segregated to grades and shown in regular reports submitted to shipping lines. Where needed, estimates of repairs are prepared in process of inspection for customer’s approval. Major repair works are available at the depot besides the minor, including but not limited to replacement of crossmembers, corner-posts, top and bottom rails, side panels and the flooring. Repair qualifications are DNVGL certified.

Inspection
Detailed inspection of incoming empty containers
Grading
Segregation to grades based on container condition
Repairing
Repair estimates supported with photos prepared and submitted from inspection site
Uploading
Possibility to upload estimates to shipping line‘s software
Upgrading
Upgrading of containers to transport sensitive cargoes like malt, raw sugar, cigarettes etc.
In-house
Dedicated in-house employees for repairing, cleaning, washing, upgrading
ECH
Dedicated equipment - Empty Container Handlers (ECH)