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Dry containers
20ft, 40ft and 40ft high cube in new, one-trip and cargo-worthy grades.
Containers · Vessels · Consultancy
Boxes, ships and sound maritime advice
Buy, sell or rent shipping containers. Buy or sell a vessel. Get independent maritime consultancy from a team rooted in India.
Doorabeen at a glance
Three businesses, one accountable team
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container types: 20ft, 40ft, 40ft HC, reefer, open-top, flat-rack
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container grades explained honestly: new, one-trip, cargo-worthy, WWT
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vessel segments supported: cargo, bulk, tanker, tug, offshore
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Nanak group partners behind every deal
01 · Containers
Buy and sell shipping containers without guesswork
Whether you need one cargo-worthy 20ft box for a shipment or a fleet of 40ft high cubes, the first question is always condition. We describe every unit by recognised grade, so the container you pay for is the container that arrives.
Selling surplus or ageing units? We assess age, condition and location, then advise on the right route to market. See the full container buy and sell guide or go straight to container rental.
- New and one-trip containers for export packing
- Cargo-worthy and WWT units for shipping and storage
- Reefer, open-top and flat-rack for specialist cargo
02 · The range
Containers and vessels we work with
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Reefer containers
Temperature-controlled units for food, pharma and perishables, inspected before release.
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Open-top and flat-rack
Out-of-gauge and heavy cargo that cannot go through a standard door.
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General cargo vessels
Geared multipurpose tonnage for breakbulk and project cargo.
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Bulk carriers
Handysize to Panamax bulkers for grain, coal, ore and fertiliser.
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Tankers
Product and chemical tankers, with technical audit before purchase.
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Tugs and offshore vessels
Harbour tugs, AHTS and platform supply vessels for coastal and offshore work.
03 · Why Doorabeen
What makes a deal safe
Containers and ships are big-ticket assets. We reduce risk at every step.
Grade-honest descriptions
New, one-trip, cargo-worthy or WWT, never blurred. You know exactly what you are buying or renting.
Inspection before payment
Door seals, floor, roof, corner posts and rust are checked against the stated grade before you commit.
Independent vessel audits
Pre-purchase technical audits through Nanak Ship Management, so the surveyor works for you, not the seller.
Clear paperwork
Ownership, certificates and survey history verified and listed before closing.
Aftercare for ships
Technical and crew management are available after delivery from the same group.
One group, full chain
Training, crewing, management and careers all sit within the Nanak group in India.
04 · How it works
From first call to handover
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Tell us what you need
Container size, grade and quantity, or vessel type, age, size and budget. A phone call or WhatsApp is enough to start.
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We source and shortlist
We match your brief to available units or vessels and tell you plainly what we can and cannot find.
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Inspect and verify
Containers are checked against grade. Vessels go through documents review and, where needed, a technical audit.
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Agree terms in writing
Price, delivery, condition and documents are agreed before any money moves.
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Deliver or hand over
Containers are delivered to your site or port. Vessels are handed over with the right documents, and can move straight into management.
05 · Maritime consultancy
Independent advice from people who have run ships
Our consultancy sits on the same foundation as Nanak Ship Management, an international provider of technical ship management, crew management and seafarer labour supply working to MLC 2006 and STCW standards.
For competency and training questions we work with the Nanak Shipping Institute, led by Capt. Dilip Narsian, Master Mariner. For career pathways, ProCareerTek covers IMU-CET to Sri Lanka CoC.
- Vessel purchase and sale due diligence
- Technical, compliance and crewing advice
- Training and competency planning
06 · Standards
Condition, documents, discipline
A container with a damaged floor or a ship with open class recommendations can cost far more than the discount that attracted you. We look at what matters: structure, seals, corrosion, certificates, maintenance history and records.
We would rather lose a deal than hand you a problem. That discipline comes from the maritime professionals behind the Nanak group.
Nanak group services
The Nanak group: training, ship management and careers
Nanak Shipping Institute ↗
Maritime training · India
Focused maritime learning across navigation, engineering and safety, led by Capt. Dilip Narsian, Master Mariner.
- Navigation & bridgeAwareness, teamwork and decisions: bridge team management and navigation courses.
- Engineering & machinerySystems, control and understanding: engine room resource management and automation.
- Safety & operationsPreparation, practice, responsibility: enclosed space entry, ballast water treatment.
- Featured trainingBridge Team Management Refresher, Engine Room Resource Management, Ballast Water Treatment Systems.
- Advanced trainingAdvanced Automation & Control Engineering, Leadership & Human Element course.
- 200+ maritime coursesDeck, engine, tanker and cargo, catering, offshore, security, simulator and ISO auditing.
Nanak Ship Management ↗
Ship, crew and labour · India
International technical ship management, crew management and licensed seafarer labour supply from India.
- Technical ship managementSuperintendence, planned maintenance, drydocking, Class and Flag State compliance.
- Crew managementSTCW and MLC manning, credential vetting, training, welfare, travel and payroll.
- International labour supplyCertified electricians, 6G/TIG/MIG welders, structural fitters and skilled helpers.
- Dry-dock & riding repair squadsDry-dock superintendence and certified squads that board at anchor or en route.
- Pre-purchase vessel auditsIndependent technical audit of a vessel before you buy.
- Spares, procurement & liaisonMarine spares and procurement, Flag State and Class liaison.
ProCareerTek ↗
Merchant Navy careers · India
Your complete gateway to Merchant Navy careers, from IMU-CET to Sri Lanka CoC.
- IMU-CET coachingExpert coaching, 200+ practice papers and AI mock analytics.
- Deck officer programsDNS, BSc Nautical Science and Officer of Watch pathways.
- Engine officer programsGME, BTech Marine and Chief Engineer pathways.
- Rating coursesGeneral Purpose rating and engine rating courses.
- Sri Lanka CoC (White List)Facilitation of Sri Lanka Certificate of Competency under STCW recognition.
- Career guidance & placementA full cadet-to-captain roadmap, scholarships and loan guidance.
FAQ
Questions we are asked most
A new (or one-trip) container has made a single loaded voyage from the factory and is in near-factory condition. A cargo-worthy (CW) container is used but structurally sound, fit for further ocean voyages and certified as such. Wind and water tight (WWT) units are sound for storage and local use but are not certified for sea transport. We state the grade clearly on every enquiry.
Yes. Tell us the size (20ft, 40ft or 40ft high cube), the grade you need and your delivery location, and we source matching units. Availability changes daily, so the quickest route is a short enquiry by phone, WhatsApp or the form on this site.
Yes. Owners and fleets with surplus or ageing units can enquire about selling. We assess condition, age and location before giving a view on the route to market.
Yes. We support vessel sale and purchase for general cargo, bulk carriers, tankers, tugs, offshore support vessels and other tonnage, from the first enquiry through inspection, negotiation and handover documentation.
For ship management, crew and technical consultancy in India we recommend Nanak Ship Management. For maritime training and competency we recommend the Nanak Shipping Institute, led by Capt. Dilip Narsian, Master Mariner.
Our team works from India, as part of the Nanak group, and handles enquiries from across India and abroad.
Tell us what you need to move, buy or sell
Send a short enquiry. A maritime professional replies with next steps, not a sales script.