Brand new 40-foot shipping container: factory exit, 5-year warranty
The brand new 40-foot shipping container — standard or high cube (HC) — comes straight from Chinese factories (CIMC, Singamas, Dong Fang) or Indian ones. New steel, intact paint, and a brand-new CSC plate. Ideal for habitable conversions (HC), premium storage, visible commerce, or long-term export projects.
Price 2026 by status
The brand new 40-foot shipping container — standard or high cube (HC) — comes straight from Chinese factories (CIMC, Singamas, Dong Fang) or Indian ones. New steel, intact paint, and a brand-new CSC plate. Ideal for habitable conversions (HC), premium storage, visible commerce, or long-term export projects.
| Status | Price Excl. VAT | For what use |
|---|---|---|
| Brand new standard 40-foot container | £2,811 – £5,775 | Premium storage, commerce, resale |
| Brand new high cube 40-foot container | £3,012 – £6,510 | Habitable conversion, premium office or workshop |
| Custom colour available on direct order | +£315 – £735 | Brand identity, visible project |
Excluding delivery. Colour availability and lead time depend on the seller, required condition and any repainting. Have stock and the delivery date confirmed in the quote.
For whom?
High-end habitable conversion, visible commerce (food truck container, pop-up store), heritage resale. The brand new 40 HC is the basis for most shipping container homes. Expect to pay £1,575 – £2,100 more than an equivalent Grade A used unit.
Key points to remember
- Ask for the commercial warranty in writing: duration, covered parts, exclusions and claims procedure. Advertised condition and a commercial grade do not automatically guarantee identical coverage from every supplier.
- Brand-new CSC plate, valid for maritime export
- Untreated hardwood floor (apitong) in perfect condition
- Minimum order quantities, available colours and manufacturing lead times depend on the supplier; have these terms specified in the quote.
- Price and resale value depend on condition, equipment, maintenance and the market. Compare itemised quotations without assuming fixed savings or depreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Standard or high cube new: are 30 cm worth £525?+
Yes, when there is interior conversion: 2.69 m of internal height (HC) vs 2.39 m (standard) changes the perception of space. For pure palletised equipment storage, standard is sufficient.
Does a new 40-foot container include basic options?+
Yes: watertight doors, 28 mm floor, passive ventilation, CSC plate, RAL 5010 or 7016 paint. Additional options: pre-made side openings (+£840), electrical connection (+£1,260), insulation kit (+£2,100).
Lead time for a new 40-foot container in the UK?+
8-14 weeks direct factory order (per container or per batch). Anticipate if you need a specific colour or options. Colour availability and lead time depend on the seller, required condition and any repainting. Have stock and the delivery date confirmed in the quote.
What transport to plan for a new 40-foot container?+
Crane truck mandatory (tractor 14-20 m). Delivery cost: £368 – £1,050 depending on zone. Plan for 22 m of clear access, 4.5 m height, load-bearing surface. The tare weight of a new 40-foot container is 3.8–4 tonnes.
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