When 1,900 Containers Went Overboard: Why Professional Packing Matters More Than Ever

In November 2020, the cargo vessel ONE Apus made global headlines when it lost an estimated 1,900 shipping containers during a violent storm in the Pacific Ocean. According to gCaptain, this was one of the worst container losses ever recorded at sea—raising serious concerns about cargo security, stacking practices, and the impact of extreme weather on global logistics.

While most of us may never ship goods across oceans, the lesson here applies closer to home than you might think—especially when it comes to moving house.

At Wee Care Mobility, we specialise in the safe and secure packing, loading, transporting, and unpacking of household items. Events like the ONE Apus disaster serve as a powerful reminder: how things are packed matters—and it can mean the difference between safe delivery and costly loss.

The Real Risk of Poor Packing

While the containers aboard ONE Apus were stacked and secured, high winds and strong waves caused many to break loose and tumble into the sea. Investigations into similar incidents often cite improper weight distribution, poor securing methods, and human error as contributing factors.

These same risks—albeit on a smaller scale—can happen during a domestic move if items are not:

• Professionally packed with proper materials

• Securely loaded into moving trucks

• Handled with care during transport

A simple bump during the drive or a shift in load can lead to broken valuables, scratched furniture, or worse—injuries.

Our Promise: Protection at Every Stage of Your Move

At Wee Care Mobility, we bring the same attention to detail and care to every move—whether it’s a single-bedroom flat or a multi-storey home. Our trained crew use:

• High-quality packing materials

• Protective padding for fragile items

• Load-balancing techniques to prevent shifting

• Secure transportation and careful unpacking

We don’t just move items from point A to B. We move peace of mind.

A Moving Company That Cares About Your Cargo

The ONE Apus incident may have happened far out at sea, but it illustrates something we see every day: how cargo is handled makes all the difference. Whether it’s containers on a ship or your grandmother’s antique cabinet, nothing should be left to chance.

Choose a moving company that treats your belongings with the respect they deserve.

Choose Wee Care Mobility—because how it’s packed is how it arrives.