Pricing
Shipping Container Prices in the UAE
Ready stock, fixed prices, no back and forth. Pick your size and buy now on WhatsApp, delivered anywhere in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the rest of the UAE.
Prices are for ready-stock used/cargo-worthy containers, ex-yard (Sharjah), delivery quoted separately. Need a new, one-trip, refrigerated, or modified container instead? Tell us what you need.
Price calculator
VAT included, based on our ex-yard prices. Transport isn't included, reach out with your delivery location and we'll confirm the final total on WhatsApp.
- 20ft Standard × 1 (ex-yard)
- AED 4,000
- VAT (5%)
- AED 200
- Total, VAT included
- AED 4,200
Excludes transport. Delivery to Dubai is quoted separately, tell us your site address on WhatsApp and we'll confirm the final all-in price.
What affects the price of a shipping container?
Size is the biggest factor: 20ft units cost less than 40ft, and High Cube units (with extra height) cost more than Standard. Condition matters too, cargo-worthy and wind-and-water-tight used units are cheaper than new (one-trip) stock, which is cheaper than a refrigerated or custom-modified container.
Delivery location also plays a part. Ex-yard prices don't change, but trucking cost depends on distance and site access, so a delivery to Fujairah or Abu Dhabi may cost more than one within Dubai or Sharjah.
20ft vs 40ft: which size costs less to run?
A 20ft Standard is the cheapest unit to buy and the easiest to place on a tight site. A 40ft gives you roughly double the floor space for less than double the price, so it's often the better value per square metre if you have the room. See our 20ft vs 40ft comparison guide for a full breakdown.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a shipping container cost in the UAE?
Ready-stock, cargo-worthy used containers start at AED 4,000 for a 20ft Standard, AED 7,000 for a 40ft Standard, and AED 7,500 for a 40ft High Cube. These are fixed prices on stock we already have in the yard, delivery quoted separately based on your location.
Are these prices for new or used containers?
The fixed prices above are for ready-stock, cargo-worthy or wind-and-water-tight used containers. If you need new (one-trip), refrigerated, or modified containers, message us with your spec and we'll give you a same-day price.
Does the price include delivery?
No, the listed prices are ex-yard. Delivery is quoted separately based on your emirate and site location, anywhere in the UAE. Tell us your delivery address on WhatsApp and we'll confirm the total cost upfront.
How does delivery work?
We arrange and manage flatbed and tilt-bed transport straight to your site, so you're not booking a separate trucking company yourself. The driver positions the container for you, so there's no forklift or crane needed on your end for a standard ground-level drop. We deliver to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and every other emirate.
Do prices change with size or condition?
Yes. New, one-trip, refrigerated, and modified containers all cost more than our fixed ready-stock prices. Send us what you need and we'll match it to the right grade and give you an exact number the same day.
Can I get a price for bulk or multiple containers?
Yes, contractors and freight forwarders ordering multiple units get a volume price. Message us with the quantity and sizes you need.