What does Cargo Worthy (CWO) mean?

Learn what Cargo Worthy certification means for shipping containers.

Cargo Worthy (CWO) means the container has been inspected and certified for international ocean shipping according to the Container Safety Convention (CSC) standards.

A CWO container must:

  • Be structurally sound with no holes or cracks
  • Have working doors with proper seals
  • Be wind and water tight
  • Have a valid CSC plate

If you plan to export goods or want the highest quality container, choose Cargo Worthy.