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Flexitanks - Container Transportation for Bulk Non-Hazardous Liquids
Reduce your shipping costs with DHL’s state-of-the-art Flexitank solutions.
DHL FLEXITANKS offer a safe, streamlined, and more environmentally friendly way of reducing transportation costs for non-hazardous liquids. DHL’s flexitank solutions overcome the problems associated with traditional methods of shipping non-hazardous liquids in large volumes.
ISO tank containers bring the need for return loads, longterm leasing agreements, and expensive cleaning procedures to avoid cross-contamination. IBC totes and drums fail to provide optimal container usage – increasing the need for packaging, handling and loading. Combined, these factors get in the way of supply chain efficiency and seriously increase your shipping costs.
How it works - The DHL FLEXITANKS solution
We source Flexitanks from our global stock, made available by our relationships with leading suppliers across the globe.
A container is selected, and the Flexitank fitted at a location (your site, a DHL location, or selected DHL suppliers at the port) to meet your specific shipping needs.
Cargo is collected from your site and transported via road or rail to the port of export.
The Flexitank-fitted container is shipped to its destination using our ocean freight services.
Customs clearance is obtained at the shipment’s destination.
Cargo is loaded and shipped via road or rail to its final destination.
No need for cleaning – the Flexitank can be disposed of or recycled by DHL.
Benefits at a glance
- Minimize your freight charges
There’s no need to return the Flexitank – so you only pay one-way international freight costs. - Enjoy an all-inclusive service
From selling and fitting the Flexitank, to handling your end-to-end logistics, DHL offers a complete Flexitank service. - Transport more liquid in every container
Make big savings by transporting up to 31% more liquid in each container (versus IBC totes or drums). - Save money on loading and unloading
Loading and unloading times are reduced by 90% compared with IBC totes or drums. - Reduce your cleaning costs and ‘go green’
Flexitanks are single-use. They can be disposed of or recycled, eliminating expensive cleaning procedures that harm the environment. - Save money on bulk liquid packaging
Raw goods are delivered to filling destinations for more economical packaging and distribution. - Eliminate the risk of contamination
Manufactured using virgin films, Flexitanks are also disposable so there’s no danger of cross-contamination.
Why DHL FLEXITANKS?
Choosing DHL brings a host of benefits. You’ll enjoy:
- Full supply chain visibility – 24/7 online tracking and regular email updates to nominated stakeholders
- Global flexibility – a carrier with capacity and worldwide reach
- No surprises – clear, transparent and predictable costs
- Peace of mind – on-time delivery, every time
