Evidently, maritime logistics is very versatile; there are numerous types of maritime transport, each one differentiated by the type of cargo and its capacity. These are some of the most common types:
Bulk Carriers
These are used for the transportation of bulk cargo such as minerals, fertilisers, etc.
Container Ships
Popular since the 1960s, these vessels are the most widely used for the transport of goods by sea. They are large, modern, state-of-the-art vessels, with some achieving zero emissions.
General Cargo Ships
These vessels do not carry containers, rather they are suited for transporting dry cargo and are equipped with their own cranes for loading and unloading goods.
Reefer Vessels
Due to their refrigeration capacity and higher sailing speed, reefer vessels are an ideal solution for the transport of perishable goods, such as foodstuffs.
Heavy Lift Cargo Vessels
Essential for large industrial projects due to their capacity to transport extremely heavy cargo loads.
Roll on – Roll off (Ro-Ro) Vessels
These are specifically designed for the transport of wheeled cargo, such as cars, lorries, machinery, etc. For this reason, they have securing features and immobilisation elements.