Pricing
Container Prices in the UAE: 20ft, 40ft and 40HC
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 ex-yard and exclude 5% VAT. Delivery is quoted on request. Looking for a 40ft standard? Ask us, we offer 40HC. Need a refrigerated or modified container? Tell us what you need.
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VAT included, based on our published ex-yard prices. Transport isn't included. Delivery is quoted on request once we have your site address. Looking for a 40ft standard? Ask us, we offer 40HC.
- 20ft Standard, Used × 1 (ex-yard)
- AED 3,900
- VAT (5%)
- AED 195
- Total, VAT included
- AED 4,095
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.
The container price does not change by emirate. Delivery is quoted on request once we have the site address. Dubai and Sharjah are same-day delivery. Abu Dhabi, including Mussafah and Al Ain, is next day. See container prices delivered to Abu Dhabi.
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.
Container price list by size and grade
Every container we sell is either cargo-worthy (used, wind and water tight) or one-trip (new). Here is the current price for each size we publish, before VAT. A 40ft standard is not on the list: ask us, we offer 40hc.
| Container | Grade | Price (ex-VAT) | With 5% VAT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20ft Standard | Used, cargo-worthy | AED 3,900 | AED 4,095 |
| 20ft Standard | Brand new | AED 8,700 | AED 9,135 |
| 40ft High Cube | Used, cargo-worthy | AED 6,900 | AED 7,245 |
| 40ft High Cube | Brand new | AED 14,000 | AED 14,700 |
Prices exclude 5% UAE VAT and delivery. Every unit we sell is either cargo-worthy or one-trip.
VAT and delivery
All prices exclude 5% UAE VAT, which is added to the container and to delivery on your invoice. Delivery is quoted on request. Dubai and Sharjah are same-day delivery. Abu Dhabi, including Al Ain and Al Dhafra, is next day. Message us the site pin on WhatsApp and we'll confirm the delivery figure with the container price.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a shipping container cost in the UAE?
Used 20ft Standard AED 3,900, used 40ft High Cube AED 6,900, brand new 20ft AED 8,700, brand new 40ft High Cube AED 14,000. These are fixed ex-yard prices. Looking for a 40ft standard? Ask us, we offer 40HC. Delivery is quoted on request.
Are these prices for new or used containers?
Both. Used 20ft AED 3,900, new 20ft AED 8,700, used 40HC AED 6,900, new 40HC AED 14,000. Refrigerated and modified containers are priced on request. For a 40ft standard, ask us, we offer 40hc.
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.