ECT vs Reefer Degrees

Stay one step ahead with Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam! The Port of Rotterdam is the beating heart of Europe's logistics and you are right in the middle of it. Whether you are a truck driver on the terminals or a planner tracking the status of your cargo: the redesigned ECT app is specifically developed for the parties coming together at Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam. What the app does for you: - Truck drivers always have their route plan in the app and gain digital access to interchanges. - Shipping companies, logistics service providers, and forwarders can see real-time container, object and terminal information which is needed to make quick decisions. - Smart notifications keep you updated on the status of your visit or the terminals, even while you’re on the move. Everything you need for an optimal overview to easily import or export containers, all bundled in one app.

Reefer Degrees includes a scientifically based heat-transfer model that estimates how long it takes for cargo inside an unplugged reefer to reach a user-defined critical temperature. Users can enter key parameters—such as ambient outside temperature, initial cargo/reefer temperature, allowed maximum cargo temperature, container size, and cargo category (e.g., apples, frozen berries, meat)—and the app calculates the approximate duration (in hours and minutes) until the internal temperature reaches the specified threshold. The app also provides quick reference information on typical temperature set points, humidity levels, and ventilation requirements for a wide range of commodities transported in refrigerated containers. These recommendations serve as general guidance for planning and operational awareness. Reefer Degrees is designed to offer convenient, at-a-glance support for logistics teams, inspectors, cold-chain managers, and anyone working with reefer cargo. All calculations and recommendations are indicative, and users remain responsible for verifying and applying the correct settings based on their own procedures and professional judgment.