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1、12ContentsITCO International Tank Container OrganisationSuite 3,Charter House,26 Claremont Road,Surbiton KT6 4QU United KingdomE:infoitco.org|W:www.itco.orgThe tank container continues to prove its value for transporting bulk cargo by sea,rail and road,and as a temporary storage unit.Introduction 3T

2、he Global Tank Container Fleet An Overview 4Top 10 Tank Container Operators(at 1 January 2025)5Top 10 Tank Container Leasing Companies(at 1 January 2025)5Global Tank Container Development by Year(1 Jan 2013 1 Jan 2025)6Comparative Tank Production and Global Fleet Growth(1991 2024)7Tank Production an

3、d Global Tank Container Fleet (1 Jan 1992-2024)8Tank Container Operators Fleets at 1 January 2025 9Tank Container Leasing Company Fleets at 1 January 2025 10Methodology 11ITCO:Presidents Report 12GLOBAL TANK CONTAINER FLEET SURVEY2025Great care has been taken to ensure the information published in t

4、his Survey is accurate,but the International Tank Container Organisation accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions.All responsibility for action based on any information in this Survey rests with the reader.ITCO accepts no liability for any loss of whatever kind,arising from the contents

5、 of this Report.DISCLAIMER3Following several years of significant expansion in the years from 2018 to 2023,the tank container industrys growth has slowed over the past two years.The huge demand for new tank containers in 2021 and 2022 can-to a large extent-be attributed to the disruptions caused by

6、Covid-19.With supply chains returning post Covid to normal in 2023,the tank industry has,in the meantime,inevitably been impacted by issues in the chemical industry over the past two years.The European chemical industry faced significant challenges in 2024,continuing a downward trend from previous y

7、ears.High energy and feedstock costs,coupled with increased regulatory expenses and weak demand,led to a contraction in production.Reports indicated a 6.6%decline in European chemical production in 2023,with only a modest 1.9%growth in 2024.Several major chemical producers announced plant closures a

8、nd downsizing to mitigate financial losses.In contrast,the North American chemical industry,particularly in the United States,demonstrated resilience and growth in 2024.After a 0.6%contraction in 2023 due to high inflation and restrictive monetary policies,the sector rebounded with growth of 3%in 20

9、24 and a similar figure estimated in 2025.Asia remained a pivotal player in the global chemical market,with China and India at the forefront.However,the Asian market faced challenges related to overcapacity,particularly in China,leading to intensified competition and consolidation efforts among prod

10、ucers.The global oversupply of petrochemicals prompted companies to shut down older plants,sell assets,and explore cheaper raw materials to maintain profitability.According to this years ITCO Survey of the Global Tank Container Market,a total of 42,123 tanks were manufactured and 8500 disposed of.Th

11、us 33,620 tank containers were added to the tank container fleet in 2024,compared to 46,600 in the previous year.This years Survey estimates that,at 1 January 2025,the global tank container fleet stood at 882,023 units,compared to 848,400 tanks on 1 January 2024 a growth of 3.96%.Despite the slow-do

12、wn in the growth of the industry,the massive disruption in the supply chain and the chemical industry challenges,the past four years have proved that the tank container plays a critical role in the“just-in-time”business philosophy of the major end users the shippers.The industry continues to be domi

13、nated on a global level by a relatively small number of major tank container operators and leasing companies.The top 10 operators accounted for over 301,750 tanks,representing just under 50%of the global tank container operators fleet(619,741 tanks).The top 10 lessors accounted for 322,733 tanks,rep

14、resenting about 84%of the total leasing fleet(381,781 tanks).As in previous years,this Survey lists those companies that are operating or leasing tank container fleets of over 1,000 units.Companies with tank container fleets of less than 1,000 units(about 200 companies)have not been named individual

15、ly,but an“educated estimate”has been made for the combined fleets.The International Tank Container Organisation would like to take this opportunity to thank the various companies who have contributed to this study.Your input and information,statistics,and ideas are very much appreciated.ITCO Survey

16、reveals industry growth of 3.96%in 2024 compared to 5.81%in 20234 The total operator and leasing fleet is based on the industry response to the Survey and other research.The leasing fleet is accounted for within both the“operator”and also the“shipper”fleets,except for those tanks which are“idle”.(De

17、finition of“idle tanks”-see next column)“Shipper”and“others”fleet is estimated in accordance with the methodology detailed on page 13 of this Survey.The Survey indicates that there were 882,023 tank containers worldwide at the beginning of 2025 including a total of 42,123 new tanks manufactured in 2

18、024.Taking into account an estimated 8,500 tanks which were either scrapped or sold out of the industry,the global fleet on 1 January 2025 had grown to 882,023 tanks,compared to 848,400 at the beginning of 2024.This represents a growth of 3.96%from 1 January 2024 to 1 January 2025.Table 1 shows the

19、estimated global number of tanks by industry sector.Table 1:Global Tank Container Fleet(1 January 2025)Notes:*Idle Tanks Tanks might be“idle”because they are in the process of preparation such as maintenance and testing or in the process of being repositioned to a demand area or remaining as new man

20、ufacture stocks.The idle fleet of leasing company tanks at 1 January 2025 is calculated at 57,268 TEU(15%)*Shipper(also referred to as“Beneficial Cargo Owner”,producer or consignor)fleet The“Shipper”fleet comprises tanks owned or leased-in by producers of bulk cargoes,for shipment in tanks especiall

21、y chemical and food/drinks companies.These tanks may be operated by the shipper themselves,or by an operator on their behalf These tanks can be units for specific logistics operations,dedicated services or for use within a companys own production process.They are also sometimes“special”tanks-manufac

22、tured or modified to meet a specific need and include tanks designed to transport liquefied and refrigerated gases.*Others “Others”(ie“Other Tank Users”)include the many tanks operated by organisations such as military,shipping and barge lines,rail,oil and mining industries,China domestic and compan

23、ies that use tanks for storage or special transport operations such as bitumen.Some of the tanks disposed from operator and lessor fleets might be modified and utilised within this category.*Disposals Tank containers are normally depreciated over a residual life of 20 years(sometimes 25 years)-but t

24、hey can remain in service for a longer period.Operators have recognised that the operational life of the tank can be extended.Evidence indicates that tanks can now last longer.The service life of the tank can be extended by remanufacture,refurbishment or good maintenance.This is an especially viable

25、 option when the price of new tanks is at a higher level.Owners might dispose of tank containers for commercial and technical reasons.These might be repurposed into other uses,such as storage.Some tanks are sold for re-cycling as scrap metal,especially if the tank is seriously damaged beyond economi

26、c repair.There are several drivers for scrapping tanks,or disposing out of the industry:-The age of the tank for example,when it reaches 20 years-The price of scrap stainless steel-Scrap might be a viable economic option when the commercial price of scrap stainless steel rises.-The price of new tank

27、s when the price of new tanks goes down,there is more incentive to scrap old tanks and replace them In 2004,some 13,000 new tanks were manufactured.So it is reasonable to assume that 50%of these might have been scrapped in 2024,equating to 6,500.In addition,a further 2000 tanks(some older than 20 ye

28、ars,some newer)are estimated to have been scrapped in 2024.Precise data about tank disposal and scrapping is difficult to research.For this years survey,we have estimated a figure of 8,500 tanks being disposed of(scrapped or sold)in 2024,which is slightly fewer than the number calculated for 2023.Nu

29、mber of Tank Operators Worldwide240-plusNumber of Tanks in Operator Fleets(Owned&Leased-in)619,741 Number of Tank Lessors Worldwide38-plusNumber of Tanks in Lessor Fleets381,781 Tanks on Lease to Operators,Shippers and Others Users 324,513“Idle”leasing company tanks*(undergoing M&R,testing,storage)5

30、7,268 Shippers*and Others*Total number of Shipper and“Others”(Owned and leased-in)213,514 Manufactured and DisposalsTanks manufactured in 202442,123Tanks Disposed/Scrapped of in 2024*8,500Tanks added to the global fleet in 202433,623Total Global Tank Containers (Fleet size calculated as follows:Tank

31、s in Operator Fleets+Lessors“Idle”Tanks+Tanks in BCOs/Shippers/“Others”Fleets.Less tanks scrapped)882,023The Global Tank Container Fleet at the beginning of 2025:Overview585,000Top Ten Leasing CompaniesThere are over 240 operators of tank containers known to ITCO,ranging from very large global compa

32、nies to relatively small niche and regional players.Shown by Figure 1,at 1 January 2025,the top ten operators accounted for over 301,750 tanks representing just under 50%of the global tank container operators fleet(619,741 tanks).At the same time last year,the top ten operators accounted for over 29

33、7,955,tanks representing over 50%of the global tank container operators fleet(587,970 tanks).Figure 1:Top Ten Tank Container Operators(at 1 January 2025)At least 38 companies worldwide provide tank container leasing services.These range from large global lessors to regional and local companies.As sh

34、own in Figure 2,at 1 January 2025,the top 10 lessors accounted for 322,733 tanks,representing about 84%of the total leasing fleet(381,781 tanks).At the same time last year,the top ten lessors accounted for 317,740 tanks,representing about 85%of the total leasing fleet(376,195 tanks).Figure 2:Top Ten

35、 Tank Container Leasing Companies(at 1 January 2025)(*Same owner)Top Ten Tank Container OperatorsEXSIF Worldwide71,300Stolt TankContainers52,200Eurotainer*50,000Hoyer Group41,500Newport38,500TWS Rent-A-Tainer7,900International Equipment Leasing9,200E-way Group22,000RafflesLease*35,000China Railway L

36、ogistics27,500Bulkhaul23,250Seaco Global43,000Bertschi Group35,600CS Leasing35,250Den Hartogh25,200PeacockContainer24,100NRS OceanLogistics16,000TrifleetLeasing25,083Intermodal TankTransport20,000Triton International12,000AlbatrossTank Leasing9,9006Notes:*Disposals:Looking back at the historic quant

37、ity of annual new manufactured tanks,it is evident that an increasing number of tanks are coming to the end of their typically depreciated life of 20 years.As is demonstrated by Figure 5,the trend for increased disposals is expected to continue.More older tanks are being disposed due to age related

38、problems,too heavy tare weight,low capacity and higher repair costs which encourage disposal,especially in times of relatively low utilisation.In its research for this edition of the fleet survey,ITCO has added a question to our members requesting data to include how many tanks have been disposed of

39、 from their fleets.In addition,we have the input from ITCO members which undertake tank recycling and second life domestic tanks.We believe this data will prove useful for our members who are actively involved in environmental sustainability.*Growth:Percentage growth is reported showing the growth f

40、or the year compared with the preceding Survey.Table 2 summarises ITCO Surveys completed since 2013.The 2014 and 2015“shipper&others owned fleet”has been adjusted,to reflect a static position,but the leased part of the fleet shows a percentage increase in line with the methodology.Table 2:Annual Glo

41、bal Tank Container Growth(1 Jan 2013-1 Jan 2025)YearPlayers/Tank Type2025202420232022202120202019201820172016201520142013Operators-Number240240240235230218212210209205194176116Total Operators Fleet(Owned and Leased)619,741587,970568,760489,895443,110418,500381,750365,000342,500329,080305,700265,5502

42、28,460Leasing Companies-Number38383837373735363636333427“Idle”Leasing Company Tanks57,26863,95336,93038,75544,40045,84042,78532,00028,50020,17523,40017,65015,000On-lease to Operators,Shippers,Others324,513312,242323,995284,195272,310259,775243,200213,000186,765181,575171,600158,850135,400Total Lesso

43、r Fleet381,781376,195360,925322,950316,710305,615286,000245,000215,265201,750 195,000 176,500 150,400 Shipper/OthersTotal(Owned and Leased)213,514196,477199,110211,285199,140188,010180,165155,000137,400110,950107,460103,00094,800Manufactured(in previous year approx)42,12356,60067,86553,28535,80054,6

44、5059,70048,50044,50043,78048,20042,62039,700Disposal*8,50010,0004,0003,0001,5007,0007,0004,5004,5002,0005,0001,000-Grand Total882,023848,400801,800737,935686,650652,350604,700552,000508,000458,200427,560385,200338,260Growth%compared with preceding year*3.965.818.657.35.267.8810.818.668.57.1610.9913.

45、87n/a7 Table 3 shows:1.The estimated annual tank production since 1991.The ability to increase economic production of new manufactured tanks has been one of the drivers of the tank container industry growth 2.The estimated global tank container fleet since 1992,with the total number reflecting 8,500

46、 tanks being disposed of in 2024.Table 3:Tank Container Production and World Fleet(1991 2024)YearProductionFleet at 1 January(of year shown)19916,50019928,00067,00019939,00073,000199411,00081,000199512,50088,800199614,00097,800199715,000110,650199813,000121,96019999,500129,640200010,500136,44020019,

47、500144,14020029,000149,240200311,000157,400200413,000164,000200514,500172,000200616,000178,400200714,000190,000200815,000206,000200920,000220,000201025,000236,000201128,000257,000201239,700282,000201342,620338,260201448,200385,200201543,780427,500201644,500458,200201748,500508,000201859,700552,50020

48、1954,650604,700202035,800652,3502021 53,285686,650202267,865737,935202356,600801,800202442,123848,4002025882,023Data Source:tank container manufacturers,operators and leasing companies.8Figure 5:Tank Container Production(1990 to 2024)Tank production is largely centred in China where there are severa

49、l manufacturers building tanks for the international and domestic market.Tanks are also manufactured in South Africa and Europe.Tanks manufactured in other parts of the world tend to be for local shippers and the domestic market.Figure 6:Total Fleet size(at 1st January of each year)70,00060,00050,00

50、040,00030,00020,00010,0000900,000800,000700,000600,000500,000400,000300,000200,000100,0000199119921993199419951996199719981999200020012002200320042005200620072008200920102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202419921993199419951996199719981999200020012002200320042005200620072008200920

51、102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420259Global Tank Container Fleet:Tank Operators Fleet at 1 January 2025Tank Container Operators are third party logistics companies that provide a door-to-door service to shippers and others that require transport of bulk liquids,powders or g

52、ases.The fleet listing for each company includes all tanks operated by that company,regardless of whether the tanks are owned outright,managed,leased or any other financial structure used to acquire the asset.Table 4:Tank operators fleets(at 1 January 2025)Criteria:Companies with over 1000 tanks in

53、their fleetNote:*There are a number of regional operators that are not readily contactable.Accordingly an estimate has been included.OPERATORHeadquarterFleetAgmark LogisticsUSA1,600Alfred TalkeGermany1,200ATI FreightUAE1,200Baltica Trans LogisticsRussia1,500Bertschi GroupSwitzerland35,600BoltSingapo

54、re 2,600Bulk Tainer LogisticsUK11,323BulkhaulUK23,250Celerity TankChina2,200Channel International FreightChina4,500Chemical ExpressItaly3,805Chemion LogistikGerman1,000China Railway LogisticsChina27,500ContankSpain1,200CrossoverSingapore6,500Curt RichterGermany2,710DaelimKorea7,000Dana Liquid BulkUS

55、A9,200Deccan TransconIndia2,800Den HartoghNetherlands25,200DHL Global ForwardingNetherlands3,000DingesGermany1,000DJD International LogisticsChina10,103EagletainerSingapore13,500EHS LogisticsChina1,050EwayMalaysia22,000FlexitankUSA2,500GCA TransFrance4,000General Tank ContainersChina1,350Goodrich Ma

56、ritimeIndia6,200GruberGermany1,280HengCheng China7,000Hoyer GroupGermany41,500Infotech-Baltika MRussia5,400Intermodal Tank TransportUSA20,000OPERATORHeadquarterFleetJOT Japan Oil TransportJapan9,000Katoen NatieTankBelgium2,850Kube&KubenzGermany1,100LanferGermany8,500LegendSingapore12,500LeschacoGerm

57、any5,050M&S LogisticsUK9,437Milky WayChina5,000Meurer IntermodalGermany1,200NewportNetherlands38,500NichiconJapan10,000NiyacJapan2,500NRS Ocean LogisticsJapan16,000PaltankUK2,475Pan BridgeKorea1,000Primy Ocean China1,650Protank Liquid LogisticsTaiwan1,200R.M.I Global LogisticsNetherlands4,600RadixKo

58、rea1,700RavianIndia2,388RinnenGermany3,500Sinochem domesticChina1,000SinotransChina1,360Spectrans/RailGarantRussia5,275Stolt Tank ContainersUK52,200Suttons InternationalUK12,995TGL Taewoong LogisticsKorea3,500UenoSingapore1,000Van den BoschNetherlands6,500Other Under 1000Estimated*Asia Pacific29,500

59、Estimated*Europe,RU22,000Estimated*Americas16,200Estimated*India/Mid-East/Africa18,890TOTAL619,74110Global Tank Container Fleet:Leasing Companies Fleet at January 2025Tank Container Leasing companies provide tank containers to operators,shippers and others-usually on a contractual term basis,where t

60、he lessee takes“quiet”possession and operates that tank as if it were owned.Leasing company fleet listings include all tanks within the leasing company fleet including owned outright,managed on behalf of investor owners and any other financial means of acquisition.Table 5:Leasing companies fleets(at

61、 1 January 2025)Criteria:Companies with over 1000 tanks in their fleetLESSORHeadquartersFleetAlbatross Tank LeasingChina9,900CombipassFrance1,500CS LeasingUSA35,250Eurotainer*France50,000EXSIF WorldwideUSA71,300International Equipment LeasingUSA9,200Matlack LeasingUSA2,500MCM ManagementSwitzerland3,

62、000ModalisFrance5,000Multistar LeasingSouth Africa4,972Noble Container LeasingHong Kong2,364NRS LeaseJapan5,000Peacock ContainerNetherlands24,100LESSORHeadquartersFleetRaffles Lease*Singapore35,000Seaco GlobalSingapore43,000Tankspan LeasingUK2,012Trifleet LeasingNetherlands25,083Tristar EngineeringS

63、witzerland1,100Triton InternationalUSA12,000TWS Rent-A-TainerGermany7,900Unitas Container LeasingBermuda1,600VTGGermany4,000Total(above 1000)355,781Estimated total for others under 1000*26,000TOTAL 381,781Notes:*Same owner*There are a number of regional lessors that are not readily contactable.Accor

64、dingly,an estimate has been included.11MethodologyThe global tank container fleet comprises a range of tank types including tanks for liquids,liquefied gases,powders,swap tanks and specials.Tanks below 20ft length such as those typical of the offshore oil industry are not included in this Survey.The

65、 tank container is highly regulated and is required to meet stringent standards of operation,including statutory periodic inspection and renewal of test certification.However,there is no global register of tank containers.Data must be collected by systematically requesting tank owners and operators

66、to provide company fleet numbers and manufacturers to report new production.Where firm data is not provided,this Survey provides estimates based on internet research and consultation with experienced industry representatives.Reported figures are recorded as received or,in the case of the charts with

67、in the report,the result of the percentage calculation of data.It is not intended to suggest that calculated figures are accurate to an exact number.Readers should round up,or down,as required.Leased fleet listings are not included in the total industry fleet figures,except for the relatively few es

68、timated stocks that are idle.The balance of“on lease”tanks is typically estimated to be leased to operators(65%)and shippers and other tank users(about 30-35%).This percentage might vary by leasing company according to their market strengths and objectives,but is an estimated average.The trend is fo

69、r a greater proportion leased to operators but for consistency with previous surveys the percentage breakdown remains unchanged.Whereas there is a trend to outsource tank logistics to tank operators,there remains a fleet of tanks directly controlled by shippers and others.It is a challenge to assess

70、 the fleet of tanks owned by shippers-also referred to as beneficial cargo owners(BCOs),producers or consignors and other owners/operators,because of the vast number of shippers and others worldwide.It is especially difficult to compile a list of shipper-owned tank containers,because tank ownership

71、is a relatively small part of their core business and-as a result-fleet figures are not freely available.This also applies to other tank users such as shipping lines,military authorities,railways,oil companies,mining industry and China domestic.Estimates of the total“others”are included in the Surve

72、y.Despite the ongoing trend to outsource tank logistics,we have shown a small year-on-year increase in the the shipper/BCO and“other”fleets(ie fleets which are not tank container operator).For consistency of data charts,we have continued to apply the methodology but we are not confident in the repor

73、ted higher number of shipper purchased tanks.Operators might provide logistics services for shipper-owned tanks,but the tanks are not included as operator tanks for the purpose of this survey.It is estimated that on average about 35%of the total leasing company fleet is leased directly to shippers a

74、nd others.In the 2013 Survey it was estimated that shippers and others might own,on average,about the same number of tanks that are leased into their fleet.This number remains unchanged in the 2024 Survey and in preceding years.Users of the Survey can make adjustments to suit their needs.12ITCO:Cont

75、inued Growth in aChallenging EnvironmentIts that time of the year,when ITCO is pleased to present the broadly anticipated Annual Global Tank Container Fleet Survey.This is the 13th Edition of our industry survey,and judging by the enquiries about the publication received from a variety of stakeholde

76、rs,it remains an important reference document for companies active in the tank container industry,as well as investors,financial institutes,and consultants conducting market studies and exploring potential investment opportunities.The global economy continues to experience low growth rates,and the o

77、utlook remains cloudy.Major chemical players are not anticipating any significant upturn in the 2nd half of 2025,with the China factor being an important component in their planning.Chinas lower growth rates,significant over capacity in all major chemical products,(and continued investment)means tha

78、t China will be looking for opportunistic export markets(e.g.Europe).New capacity is also being put in the ground in the Middle East,and North America which will negatively impact supply/demand balances.Rationalisation of capacity is anticipated in Korea and South East Asia,and several closures have

79、 already been announced in Europe where inflation,high energy costs,and weak demand represent a perfect storm for the industry.Key markets such as construction,automotive,and durables are all showing weakness.The exception to this picture is the North American market which continues to see positive

80、GDP growth,although the impact of tariffs and other actions by the new administration on growth,inflation and interest rates is difficult to predict at the time of writing.The tank container industry has clearly felt the impact of these economic headwinds.After the correction in 2023 following the r

81、ecord year in 2022,growth rates have continued to slow in 2024.The global fleet is now 882,000 units,which represents a growth of 3.9%.A feature of the latest report is the impact of an ageing fleet.There is evidence of a trend towards increased disposal of fully depreciated tanks which have reached

82、 the end of their useful life,and where the cost of refurbishment is no longer an attractive economic proposition.Most of the 2024 growth has come from operators,whereas leasing companies have consolidated their positions,or in some cases actually reduced their fleet size.Nevertheless,considering al

83、l of the challenges of the marketplace,geopolitical tensions,weak investment and productivity growth,and ageing populations,it is encouraging to see the tank container fleet continuing to grow ahead of global GDP growth.Despite the headwindsand the industry should reckon with tough conditions for th

84、e foreseeable future,the tank container offers many supply chain advantages which will support its role as a niche mode of transportation,particularly considering the pressures being faced by its main customers in the chemicals and food-grade markets.It represents a safe and sustainable piece of equ

85、ipment,ideally suited to intermodal traffic.The loaded product is subject to minimal handlingat the loading point,and at the point of dischargeunlike products moved on bulk parcel tankers.Pressures on working capital will discourage shippers from accumulating large inventories of products to be ship

86、ped in bulk tankers,and ultimately stored in bulk terminals at the discharge point,if tank containers offer a viable alternative.As we reported in last years report,there is also evidence of a gradual change from global supply chains,to more local-for-local sourcing,in which case tank containers can

87、 play a vital role in moving products to more isolated customers where infrastructure is less developed.Over 200 delegates attended the 2024 ITCO Members Meeting in Houston(October 2024)13The future of the tank container still offers much promise!As always,we want to express our appreciation to all

88、the ITCO members who have contributed their data to this Global Fleet Survey,and to the ITCO Secretariat for burning much midnight oil in compiling and collating the data,and publishing this report within 2 months of the year-end.A year of change at ITCOOur 2024 Report concluded with the comment:“We

89、 are looking forward to an exciting and challenging 2024 as ITCO leads a transformation programme aligned to the wishes expressed by our membership.”As the expression goesbe careful what you wish for!We can confirm that it was an exciting and challenging year as we introduced a new Management Commit

90、tee,created a slimmed-down Board,revisited our 2030 Vision and Strategy,created a Finance Sub Committee,and introduced Town Halls to support communication to a wider audience.In addition,we of course had a full programme of events,including a very successful meeting in Rotterdam focused on Depots,th

91、e ITCO Village at the Shanghai Transport Logistic exhibition,and our Annual Meeting in Houston.This was our first visit to the USA for many years,and was part of our strategy to build our global presence through targeted regional events.This regionalization of our activities will continue in 2025 as

92、 ITCO will be represented at the Liquid Bulk Symposium in New Orleans in March,and there will be a Digitalisation meeting in April in Antwerp featuring a very strong programme of presentations.This will be followed by the ITCO Village at Transport Logistic in Munich,and ITCOs Annual meeting is sched

93、uled for November in Singapore.For every initiative and event,the question remains the samehow do we deliver the best value for our members?Finally,we continue to drive initiatives which raise standards,support safe working practices,and improve efficiency and environmental performance.Working Group

94、s are actively pursuing a Digital Twin platform,and a Depot Audit and Assessment Scheme.We are also committed to our lobbying efforts at IMO and IMDG,and engaged with ADR/RID on regulatory issues.2025 is shaping up to be just like 2024an exciting and challenging year.The ITCO Tank Container Village at transport logistic 2025 is an important meeting-point for the tank industry