Flexitanks

UWL Flexitank Bulk Liquid Transport Solutions

Shipping bulk liquids doesn't need to be a burden. Simplify the process with UWL Flexitanks, a cost-effective solution for shipping non-hazardous liquid freight.

UWL Flexitanks convert standard dry cargo containers into one-way bulk liquid transportation systems that make exporting non-hazardous liquid freight easy and affordable.

Bulk liquid shippers around the world trust our comprehensive supply chain solutions because of our expertise and dedication.

When you choose to work with us, a dedicated account manager will coordinate the end to end service that includes:

Supply and fitting of the Flexitank container
Full service export capabilities (global transportation available)
Drayage suppliers with proper equipment to maximize payloads
Tracking of your non-hazardous cargo

We’d be happy to walk you through our procedure for the transport of bulk liquid containers. To receive some insight on the steps we take, continue reading below, watch one of our videos, or reach out to our team today!

The Flexitank High-Quality Transport Process

As an experienced bulk liquid and chemical NVOCC and freight forwarder, we have the expertise to handle every stage of your supply chain and give full visibility throughout the process.

Step 1: Customer places booking to UWL Dedicated Account Manager
Step 2: Immediate Supply Chain Visibility via WorldScope
Step 3: Container Selection & Fitting
Step 4: Loading & Drayage of Non-Hazardous Bulk Liquid
Step 5: Cargo is transported to final destination via ocean carrier
Step 6: Drayage and Unloading of Non-Hazardous Bulk Liquid
Step 7: Disposal & Recycle

Flexitank Bulk Container Transport Benefits

End-to-End Service Our well-rounded team not only has years of experience in freight forwarding, but we also offer a full range of flexitank export services, which include:

Supply
Fit
Drayage
Ocean
AES Filing

Minimize Expenses If you’re looking for an inexpensive way to transport liquid freight, you can rely on our team for the following reasons:

No need to deal with ISO-tank bookings, flexitanks convert standard dry cargo containers into one-way bulk liquid transportation systems
Transport of 31% more liquid than totes and drums
Quicker loading and unloading
No cleaning costs – Flexitanks are single use and disposable
Reduced freight charges based on one-way use
Reduced handling costs
Minimal product residue

Eliminate Risk Safety and security are high priorities here at UWL. That’s why within our Flexitanks’ transportation routes, we can provide the following advantages:

Eliminate the risk of contamination
$5M in liability coverage per FlexiTank
Low Cost Marine Cargo Insurance can also be provided by UWL

Environmentally Friendly Another goal for us here at UWL is to emphasize sustainability. Our flexitank containers for transporting bulk liquids are environmentally friendly because:

Flexitanks are recyclable which helps to cut down on packaging wastes
Flexitanks do not need to be cleaned, which reduces costs and eliminates sanitization procedures that can harm the environment

Common Commodities We Transport Include:

Additives
Base Oils
Chemicals
Dust Suppressants
Edible Oils
Emulsions
Fatty Acid

Glycerin
Latex
Liquid Fertilizer
Liquid Sugar
Lubricants
Transformer Oil

This is just a small sampling of the common chemical and liquid commodities that we ship around the world.

If you have questions about a specific chemical or commodity that you need help moving, contact us today!

A Long List of Available Services

In addition to liquid freight transportation, UWL customers can take advantage of our other freight handling services:

Full Service, Licensed NVOCC
Licensed and Bonded, Asset-Based Freight Forwarder
Operations in all major trade lanes
Chemical shipping specialty (liquid bulk, hazmat, fuels and compressed gas)

International/domestic warehousing, distribution and transportation services
Full documentation and filing freight forwarding services
Global supply chain visibility