Container Ship Capacity and Functions

The video explores the evolution of container ships from the early 1900s to modern ultra-large vessels. It discusses the history, design, and efficiency improvements in containerization, highlighting the impact on international trade. The video categorizes modern container ships into seven sizes, from small feeders to ultra-large vessels, and discusses future developments in ship design to meet growing demands.

What is the primary function of container ships?

• To serve as floating hotels

• To transport passengers across oceans

• To carry bulk liquids like oil

• To transport cargo in standardized containers

In which century were the first ships designed to carry standardized load units used?

• 17th century

• 18th century

• 19th century

• 20th century

What was the name of the world's first fully cellular purpose-built container ship?

• SS United States

• MV Ever Given

• MV Coringa

• SS Great Eastern

How has containerization affected international trade?

• Made shipping less reliable

• Reduced the number of ships needed

• Decreased shipping time and costs

• Increased shipping costs

Which type of container ship has a capacity of up to 1000 TEU?

• Feeder Max

• Small Feeder

• Ultra Large

• Panamax

What is the maximum capacity of a New Panamax container ship?

• Up to 3000 TEU

• Up to 5100 TEU

• Up to 22000 TEU

• Up to 14500 TEU

Which canal can the Ultra Large container ships transit through?

• Kiel Canal

• Corinth Canal

• Panama Canal

• Suez Canal

What is the primary route for Ultra Large container ships?

• Australia to Africa

• Asia to Europe

• Europe to South America

• North America to South America

What is the planned capacity for the largest future container ships?

• 25000 TEU

• 22000 TEU

• 18000 TEU

• 14500 TEU

What is the expected length of the largest future container ships?

• 300 meters

• 350 meters

• 400 meters

• 450 meters