Malcolm M. McLean

Malcolm M. McLean was an American businessman who revolutionized global trade by developing the modern shipping container. Before his innovation, cargo was loaded onto ships piece by piece, which was time-consuming and inefficient. McLean introduced standardized, stackable containers that could be easily moved between ships, trucks, and trains, significantly reducing transportation costs and time. His invention transformed the shipping industry, enabling global commerce to grow rapidly and making goods more affordable and accessible worldwide.