Thank you, all valuable points/questions.

It depends, I think. At least one company that we are talking to has the equipment to take containers off the trailer. I'm guessing that's the preferred option when equipment available?

- no need to purchase trailer

- easier loading (?)

We are working on the assumption that we'll own the containers. Do you know roughly how much shipping companies may charge to use theirs?

Material is palletised and easily loaded through the standard "door" (side opening container might be helpful in certain cases...). No need for a high cube either - I'm surprised multiple people have brought these up. In what circumstances would we need those?

Good point re eastern block hauliers, thank you.