Doors and seals
Gasket condition, door operation, locking bars and cam keepers.
Container sale and purchase
Buy and sell shipping containers
New, one-trip and cargo-worthy 20ft, 40ft and high cube containers, plus reefer, open-top and flat-rack units. Described by grade, inspected before you pay.
01 · Sizes
Standard container sizes at a glance
Typical ISO figures for dry containers. Exact internal dimensions and payload vary slightly by manufacturer, so we confirm them per unit.
| Type | Internal length | Internal height | Capacity | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20ft dry | ≈ 5.90 m | ≈ 2.39 m | ≈ 33 m³ | Dense cargo, storage, site offices |
| 40ft dry | ≈ 12.03 m | ≈ 2.39 m | ≈ 67 m³ | General export cargo |
| 40ft high cube | ≈ 12.03 m | ≈ 2.69 m | ≈ 76 m³ | Voluminous, light cargo |
| Reefer 20/40ft | as dry, less insulation | reduced | reduced | Temperature-controlled cargo |
| Open-top / flat-rack | 20ft / 40ft | open / none | n/a | Machinery and out-of-gauge cargo |
Typical figures for guidance only; confirm per container before purchase.
02 · Grades
Know the grade before you pay
New / one-trip: made once for a single loaded voyage, near-factory condition, ideal for export packing and long-term use.
Cargo-worthy (CW): used but structurally sound and certified fit to carry cargo by sea again.
Wind and water tight (WWT): sound for storage and local use, not certified for ocean shipping.
As-is: sold without guarantees, best for modification projects. We always say clearly which grade a unit is in.
03 · What we check
Our inspection checklist
The same points a careful buyer or surveyor would examine.
Floor
Plywood condition, delamination, holes and previous repairs.
Roof and walls
Dents, corrosion, patches and light-leak test for tightness.
Corner posts and castings
Cracks, distortion and structural damage that affect stacking.
Markings and plates
CSC plate, owner and unit identification legible and consistent.
Reefer units
Power, cooling performance and temperature recorder checks.
04 · Specialist units
Reefer, open-top and flat-rack containers
Perishables, pharmaceuticals and chilled food need a working reefer with verified cooling and a clean interior. Heavy machinery and project cargo that cannot enter through a standard door needs open-top or flat-rack equipment.
Tell us the cargo, weight and route and we suggest the right equipment, then source matching units.
05 · Selling containers
Sell surplus or ageing containers
If you hold surplus units or retiring stock, send us the count, sizes, age and location. We assess condition and market demand and advise on the sensible route, whether that is resale, long-term lease or conversion.
- Single units to full fleets
- Condition assessment before pricing
- Clear paperwork on handover
06 · Process
How a container deal works
1
Brief
Size, grade, quantity, delivery location and timeline.
2
Shortlist
Matching units with grade, age and location stated.
3
Inspect
Condition verified against grade before you commit.
4
Agree
Price, delivery and condition in writing.
5
Deliver
Transport to your site or port with handover documents.
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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.
Standard 20ft and 40ft dry containers, 40ft high cube, refrigerated (reefer) units, open-top and flat-rack containers. Special sizes and modifications such as ventilation, shelving or doors can be discussed on request.
Yes. We arrange short-term and long-term container rental for storage, site offices and shipments. See our container rental page for how it works.
Looking for containers, or have some to sell?
Send a short enquiry. A maritime professional replies with next steps, not a sales script.