Your cargo
deserves AELER

Made with composite, our Unit One re-defines containers!
Stronger, insulated, connected with real time monitoring and affords payload significantly.

Performance and sustainability

We’re using composites to build stronger, insulated containers.
  • +11%
    Packs 11% more cargo than a reefer container with great passive insulation
  • +17%
    Increases payload by up to 17% for flexitanks without bulging
  • -20% CO2
    Cuts road fuel consumption by up to 4% and CO2 emissions by 20%
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Stronger, secure and insulated

Smooth, rust free surfaces inside and outside.

Our container’s passive insulation makes it the ideal solution to protect a wide range of sensitive goods.

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Smarter to deliver unrivaled insights


Control Tower, our online platform gives you direct access to key information about the container and its cargo: location, temperature, humidity, shocks, door openings and more. You’ll be amazed by what Control Tower can do. 

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A whole new dimension

The AELER Unit One Smart Container has the same dimensions as a regular container.

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Door opening dimensions

Height: 2,261mm
Width: 2,330mm

Max payload

27,980kg

Internal dimensions

Height: 2,370mm
Width: 2,330mm
Length:  5,890mm

Max Gross Weight

30,480kg

External dimensions

Height: 2,591mm
Width: 2,438mm
Length: 6,058mm

Tare Weight

2,500kg

Capacity

32.4m3

Floor

Coated Plywood

CO2 reduction /1000km

Up to 1'316 kgCO2*

Visibility

24/7

Battery life

Up to 10 years

*Based on 17% more payload and less use of plastic

Sensors

Humidity, Pressure, Luminosity, Volatile Organic Compounds, Temperature, Accelerometer, Door opening

Positioning

GNSS technology

communication

Sampling frequency: 5 minutes
Communication frequency: 15 minutes
Coverage: Global LTE and BLE5 / NFC

Book now, it’s easy

With our Container As A Service model, our team of experts will give you fast access to our new generation containers.

You can then simply pick them up, use, track and return your containers to one of our 50+ depots worldwide.  

No maintenance nor insurance hassle. With the CAAS model, you can use containers with short- and long-term subscriptions. We take care of insurance, cleaning, maintenance, repairs and more.

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Frequently asked questions

Can the AELER Unit One be used with standard logistics equipment?

Yes, the AELER Unit One is a certified 20ft dry container and is compatible with all equipment currently used to handle maritime containers.

Can the AELER Unit One handle rough maritime environments?

Yes, the AELER Unit One was designed with the highest and toughest standards. In fact, as you can see in our Flexitank use case, the AELER Unit One is even stronger than a standard container under specific situations.

What is the lifetime of the AELER Unit One?

It is the same as a standard container, usually between 10 to 15 years

How expensive is the AELER Unit One?

Please contact sales to discuss pricing. What we can say is that for the targeted use cases, using an AELER Unit One will most likely have a lower end-to-end shipment cost. Additionally, it also provides state-of-the-art intelligence and sustainability.

Do you have a 40ft or 45ft model available?

We’re working on it.

Where can a AELER Unit One be acquired?

We’re supplying customers mainly in Europe and Singapore, but are exploring other locations.

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How can businesses utilise an AELER container for their shipping needs?

Utilising an AELER container is straightforward. Customers can book the Unit One container directly through us. We then collaborate on an optimal shipping solution, including pick-up from our global depots, complete cargo condition visibility during transit, and container return at the destination. Our service ensures efficiency, safety, and security throughout the shipment process. Feel free to review how to use our global shipping service.

What does “embedded IoT System” mean on an AELER container?

The IoT system in AELER containers is integral to the container's design and seamlessly integrated with the structure. This advanced, solar-powered system enables real-time tracking, environmental monitoring, and the overall health of the container and its contents, providing unparalleled visibility and security.

What is Control Tower, and how does it function?

Control Tower is AELER's proprietary visibility digital platform, enabling users to monitor their AELER containers in transit. It aggregates data from the container's IoT devices, AELER's internal Fleet Manager tool, AIS vessel position data, and carrier APIs to offer comprehensive, up-to-date information on cargo location and condition, enhancing cargo management and security.

What kind of container does AELER provide?

AELER provides its customers with a new generation of intermodal 20ft dry containers designed to be at the highest technological standards structurally and in terms of real-time connectivity. With AELER containers, logistics stakeholders increase their operational efficiency, significantly reduce the environmental impact of freight transportation and ensure complete visibility for themselves and their partners.

How do AELER containers differ from traditional containers?

AELER Unit One containers set themselves apart through their innovative construction and integrated technology. Unlike traditional steel containers, the AELER Unit One is crafted from composite materials, offering superior strength and insulation.The container's built-in IoT system and "Control Tower" platform offer comprehensive monitoring capabilities, including enhanced security features not found in standard containers with third-party IoT devices.

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