Boosting Trust in Trade: Container xChange Provides Free Access to Logistics Network

Amid growing complexities in global trade—ranging from supply chain disruptions to market volatility—Container xChange’s initiative aims to provide businesses of all sizes with a reliable, data-driven logistics platform. The free membership tier allows users to check Shipper-Owned Container (SOC) prices, verify container availability, and bypass opaque negotiations with hidden markups. “By offering free access, we are addressing one of the industry’s biggest challenges—trust. This initiative removes barriers for NVOCCs, freight forwarders, shippers, depots, agents, and container traders, enabling them to connect and transact in a secure and transparent environment,” said Christian Roeloffs, co-founder and CEO of Container xChange.

A recent industry survey conducted by Container xChange in January 2025, featuring 800 container logistics professionals, underscored two critical challenges: 78% of respondents struggle to establish reliable partnerships due to geopolitical risks and trade disruptions: 81% prioritize finding trustworthy partners and enhancing transparency in container pricing and availability.

These concerns stem from escalating trade complexities, including: Tariff Wars: New trade policies and countermeasures are driving price volatility; Trade and Military Conflicts: Supply chain disruptions are forcing businesses to rethink partnerships and logistics routes and Chokepoints in Global Trade Routes: Restrictions at key transit points, such as the Panama Canal and the Red Sea, are reshaping logistics strategies.

Denise Chavez, founder of Container Chiq, shared her experience of losing $11,000 in a fraudulent container purchase early in her career. “Trust is the biggest challenge in this industry. xChange helps us establish secure relationships, eliminating fraud risks and ensuring safer transactions,” she said during a fireside session in December 2024

Container xChange’s free membership offers: Access to a Verified Network: Connect with 1,000+ vetted partners across 4,000+ locations and explore container availability on 10,000+ trade routes at no cost; Transparency in Pricing & Availability: Get real-time market rates and container insights to make informed decisions and reduce cost uncertainties;Operational Efficiency: Instantly find and lease containers online, eliminating the need for manual searches, cold outreach, and unreliable chat groups and Resilience Amid Market Volatility: Navigate geopolitical trade disruptions, route diversions, and pricing fluctuations with a transparent, data-driven leasing platform.

“Whenever we explore a new route, xChange instantly connects us with multiple verified suppliers, saving us days of effort,” said Teresa Tang of Dele International Logistics (China).

Roeloffs emphasized that by opening up free access, xChange is creating a level playing field for businesses across the logistics ecosystem. “Our mission is clear—building a trusted environment in an inherently volatile market,” he concluded.