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Free freight tools and container load calculator

Plan smarter shipments in a couple of minutes.

Free to use, no sign-up needed. If you'd like a second opinion on the results, we're happy to help.

Load calculator D&D estimator Incoterms® guide

Tool 01

Container load calculator

Enter your carton size and quantity to see the total volume and the container that fits.

Length (cm)Width (cm)Height (cm)

Number of cartonsWeight per carton (kg)

Based on typical usable space: 20ft ≈ 28 m³, 40ft ≈ 58 m³, 40ft HC ≈ 68 m³. Actual loading depends on how well the cargo stacks.

Total volume–

Total weight–

Best fit–

Sent. We'll email you the result and a quote for this load.

Tool 02

Demurrage & detention estimator

Containers held past their free time get expensive quickly. Enter your figures to see what a delay could cost.

Free daysDays until returnedDaily charge per box (£)Number of containers

Charges vary by shipping line, port and container type, and often go up the longer a box is held. Use your own line's figures for accuracy.

Estimated extra cost–

Paying these regularly? We can usually help by negotiating more free time, planning collections better or arranging quicker returns.

Thanks. We'll be in touch with ways to cut these costs.

Tool 03

Incoterms® 2020, in plain English

Pick a term to see who's responsible for what.

Risk passes:

A simplified guide. Always check the full Incoterms® 2020 rules and your contract. Incoterms® is a trademark of the International Chamber of Commerce.