The typical lease period for a tank container is from one to five years or more, but it can be tailored to suit your needs. There is no minimum period but there is a minimum price to make leasing economical.

Tank containers are supplied from a network of worldwide locations. Arrangements can be made, for a charge, to deliver the tank to the location of your choice.

Options for return locations are agreed at the time of lease and are detailed in the contract.

Yes we can provide complete technical management services.  Contact your nearest office or agent for more details.

You are responsible for maintaining the tank in good condition during the lease. GE SeaCo offers a damage protection plan called SeaCover that can be used to pay for the cost of rectifying damage.

A lease can be arranged to suit individual needs including the currency of rental billing. Typically rates are quoted in US dollar or Euro.

Tanks remain on hire until the tank is returned and reinstated to its condition at the start of the lease. This process takes time for surveys, approval of costs, repair scheduling etc to be completed. For a set Lease Termination Charge, the tank can be off-hired on the date of return with rental ceasing to accrue from that date.

This is necessary to verify the good condition of the tank. A survey is undertaken by an independent surveyor who checks each component and takes photographic evidence. The report is posted on the surveyor's website and a copy provided to the customer. This report is used to verify new damage when you return the tank at the end of your lease.

Yes we sell both new and used tanks, according to demand, and provide finance leases.

At the start of a lease we will transport empty tank containers to your required location. We do not provide transportation services beyond this but we are pleased to offer a list of specialist companies.

Tank containers are commonly referred to as tanks, ISOtanks or tank containers. The IMDG regulations refer to portable tanks and the ADR to demountable tanks. Users should refer to the regulations for specific requirements. Intermodal tanks are containers that comply with ADR regulations, but are longer than ISO dimensions. 

"Frame" and "beam" are descriptions of the differing frame designs. Both are ISO configuration frames and used in an identical manner. The frame tank is fitted with top and bottom side rails, while the beam tank is free of these and thus a lighter weight. 

Swap tanks have a larger capacity and dimension than the standard 20ft ISOtank, usually 7.15m or 7.82m in length. They are mostly used in Europe on road and rail, and cannot be transported by container vessel.

Tank containers commonly range in capacity from 12,000 litres up to 26,000 litres. Space (ullage) is required to allow for cargo expansion and 95% to 98% is the common maximum load. A minimum fill level (usually 80%) is required to reduce instability due to surge minimum. Regulations detail the minimum and maximum fill according to the cargo.

A space (ullage) must be left to allow for expansion of the cargo.

Capacity must suit the weight of the cargo and the quantity required to be transported.

GE SeaCo has a team of qualified experts, including a Dangerous Goods Advisor, who can provide you with the right tank to meet the regulations in the region of use. 

Tank containers are suitable for storage applications and have the added benefit of being suitable for stacking. Regulations concerning containment apply in certain regions.

GE SeaCo provides a range of tanks designed for numerous applications. However, tanks can be manufactured and modified to meet individual requirements.

The various government authorities publish the regulations and distribute them via their own and government booksellers. Many of the regulations are also accessible via their website.

HCB (Hazardous Cargo Bulletin) publishes a guide containing contact details of cleaning and repair companies. GE SeaCo can also provide guidance. 

After a tank is cleaned, an inspection is carried out by the cleaning contractor and the tank is issued with a cleaning receipt/wash note. An independent surveyor may be appointed to provide a cleaning certificate.

Tank container regulations require that the tank is tested at 5-year intervals and undergo an additional intermediate test at 2.5 years.

Tanks are supplied with valid test certificates. If a re-test is needed during the course of the lease, this can be done at a network of worldwide depots. It is a standard service offered by depots and can be arranged to be completed within a day.

You will be responsible for ensuring that tank containers are periodically tested and accord with the regulations in the region of use. GE SeaCo is able to assist with the arrangements.

Tanks should be tested within 90 days of the expiry date of the valid test certificate.

The regulations that commonly apply to tank containers concern transportation. Tanks used for static storage should comply with local regulations in the place of use. GE SeaCo can provide individual advice.

As a user you are required to be insured against all liabilities. Insurance might be provided by your existing insurer but, if not, there are a number of insurers specialising in tank containers. GE SeaCo can provide contacts.