Each owner key is unique - labelling according to international standard ISO 6346
What do the different container numbers and digits - prefix actually mean?
For example: OHHU 602020 0
The first 3 letters refer to the owner of the container, there is no system theme. The fourth letter can be used to recognise the use of the container, e.g. ei U for universal use. This is followed by a 6-digit identification number of the owner.
The last digit is a check digit. It is calculated from the operator code, the utilisation code and the identification number. If, for example, an incorrect identification number was entered when the bill of lading was number was entered when the bill of lading was created, this is immediately recognised by the check digit.
The so-called prefix is only assigned once worldwide and is issued by BIC in Paris. After production, each container receives an inspection sticker from an internationally authorised inspection organisation, a so-called ‘CSC label’ (International Convention for Save Containers). The CSC sticker is valid for a period of 5 years and must then be renewed accordingly. renewed accordingly. Containers without this sticker may not be used in maritime transport.
Worth knowing: Sea containers are in use worldwide (approx. 22 million) Service life (approx. 2o years) Stacking height up to 6 times, There are approx. 9000 container ships of which the world’s largest with 24000 TEU
