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Containers lost off MV Arnold Maersk in Pacific Typhoon

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#1

A friend of mine posted a few pictures of the MV Arnold Maersk that came into the Port of Seattle on Friday. The ship took a typhoon out in the pacific and lost 18 cans! Thought everyone might be interested to see what it looked like. Hopefully those missing can’s aren’t XXX manufacturers “next shipment” :stuck_out_tongue:

Edit: 11/27- I didn’t intend for my comment to turn this thread into yet another Aristo bashing thread. It was simply a light hearted attempt at humor. I have no idea what the contents of the containers that went over board were. Heck it could have been any number of Chinese (or Asian products). Apparently it was considered a bash of a specific manufacturer. Therefore I have taken the adult responsibility and removed the name. Substitute any manufacturer’s name of choice!

#2

They are real lucky that they didn’t lose 8-10 more, by the way they are hanging on only by the “Clips”. Those few on the bottom will need to have the cargo" looked at" before they leave the port thou.

From 125 feet up, I bet the splash is pretty impressive when it hits the water.

#3

I was amazed that they only lost 18 as well. The pins that connect the containers are called IBC for Inter Box Connectors. The IBC’s are quite small but evidently quite strong!

Pic pulled from the web, doesn’t show a very good scale, but you get the idea.

#4

I doubt any Aristo stuff lost. Maybe some Accraft. Later RJD

#5

TETRIS!

#6

In reading The Box How The Shipping Container Made The World Smaller And The Economy Larger, it was stated that the typical container was only rated to be stacked five containers high but the newest ships are stacking them seven or eight high. Notice where the failure occurred. The base containers literally crushed under the weight and lateral forces from above. Granted typhoon events are rare but it does look like these boats are reaching maximum size considering some are bigger than an aircraft carrier.

#7

So much for the last container of Aristocraft…:slight_smile: Most likely had

MTH on it anyways…:slight_smile:

You betcha LOL…

#8

I wonder how much the “used” containers will go for?

#9

the contents will end up on the container wars tv show and the containers will end as a condo in Landers…

#10

Vic Smith said:
In reading The Box How The Shipping Container Made The World Smaller And The Economy Larger, it was stated that the typical container was only rated to be stacked five containers high but the newest ships are stacking them seven or eight high. Notice where the failure occurred. The base containers literally crushed under the weight and lateral forces from above. Granted typhoon events are rare but it does look like these boats are reaching maximum size considering some are bigger than an aircraft carrier.

Interesting Vic. I’ll have to check out that book. I know the strong points on the cans are just the corners. I’m not sure how high the Super Max? ships (the ones that can’t traverse the current Panama Canal) stack the cans.

#11

Craig Townsend said:

Vic Smith said:
In reading The Box How The Shipping Container Made The World Smaller And The Economy Larger, it was stated that the typical container was only rated to be stacked five containers high but the newest ships are stacking them seven or eight high. Notice where the failure occurred. The base containers literally crushed under the weight and lateral forces from above. Granted typhoon events are rare but it does look like these boats are reaching maximum size considering some are bigger than an aircraft carrier.

Interesting Vic. I’ll have to check out that book. I know the strong points on the cans are just the corners. I’m not sure how high the Super Max? ships (the ones that can’t traverse the current Panama Canal) stack the cans.

Its a great read, I highly recommend it. I believe that Super-Max ships are 8 high max above the deckplates

#12

Knowing little about the container’s ability to resist water, is there evidence that the containers may be floating – and the typhoon relocated them outside the shipping lane? Hmmmm, wonder if a new large scale shop may soon open for business in a very unlikely place.
Wendell

#13

#14

Wendall,

I’ve heard various reports about the length time it takes to sink a container. Anytime from a few hours to a few weeks. I think I read once that containers are “required” to stay afloat for 30 minutes. I’m not sure what 30 minutes will do in the open ocean! :wink: As for the contents of the container I have no idea what was in them. It was a light hearted attempt at a joke!

#15

Think

#16

Wendell seems like he is trying to stir the pot along with a few others …The ship was not named MV Arnold Maeristo…I’m personally tired of it

#17

Rooster,

Just for you.

#18

Rooster,

I also tire of the bashing of the down trodden. However, in this case the down trodden painted the target on their back with months worth of sing song stories about why deliveries weren’t made, and hollow promises, and denial that the company was in financial trouble - even when directly queried.

Honesty is always the best policy. The didn’t follow that.

… and that is all I gotta say 'bout that.

Bob C.

#19

Bob Cope said:

Rooster,

I also tire of the bashing of the down trodden.

Bob C.

Bob,

I think Rooster was trying to start something. I never mentioned the name below. Really makes me want to post interesting photos’ (or any post) if it’s going to be considered “Aristo-bashing”

David Russell said:

The ship was not named MV Arnold Maeristo…I’m personally tired of it

#20

I look at that ship and see a lot of stuff coming from overseas. Kinda sad.

But, I do find it amazing that the monster can even float. Plus that’s all the damage it took from typhoon winds?!?! Wow, it’s pretty impressive.

Terry