Repositioning
One-Way Leasing & Repositioning
Avoid empty container return freight costs using our global one-way leasing and cabotage networks.
One-Way Container Rentals & Cabotage
Returning empty containers to their origin port is a significant cost factor in maritime shipping. One-way container leasing (cabotage) allows shippers to rent a container for a single leg and return it at the destination depot.
At Scan2Freight, we coordinate empty container repositioning to rebalance container inventories between import-heavy and export-heavy trade centers.
Cabotage & Rebalancing Benefits
One-way container rentals benefit both shippers and leasing companies:
- Shipper Savings: Shippers avoid the cost of returning empty containers, paying only for the single transit leg.
- Lessor Rebalancing: Moving container assets out of low-demand import yards (e.g. Europe, USA) back to high-demand manufacturing zones (e.g. India, East Asia).
Repositioning FAQ
What is cabotage in container shipping?
Cabotage refers to using empty container assets to transport cargo along a route that repositions the container toward a high-demand port, benefiting both shipper and lessor.
How long do I have to return a one-way container?
One-way lease contracts specify a transit period (typically 30 to 45 days) that allows sufficient time for cargo shipping, customs clearance, and delivery before returning the container to the destination depot.
Planning a One-Way Transit?
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