Shipping container refrigerated container used in London: price range £6,600 – £15,600
Are you looking for a shipping container refrigerated container used in London (Greater London)? Global financial hub (City), tech district (Shoreditch), leading tourism and culture. Strong event demand, ongoing construction industry activity (Crossrail Elizabeth Line, HS2). Market affected by Brexit (enhanced customs formalities since 2021). Our nearest depot partner is London Gateway port (Thurrock) ou Tilbury. Delivery 48-72 h from London Gateway or Tilbury. Rate £400-£800. ULEZ and Congestion Charge active 24/7, extended pedestrian zones. Prefer Euro 6 trucks and drop-off in M25 perimeter.
Price for refrigerated container used container in London
Rates for London (regional coefficient ×1.20 applied to the national grid).
| Status | Price Excl. VAT | For what use |
|---|---|---|
| Grade A used reefer 20 feet | £6,930 – £16,380 | Agro, event, pharma moderate volume — typical use in London: finance |
| Grade A used reefer 40 feet | £6,930 – £16,380 | Agro, long-term rental, cold workshop — typical use in London: tech |
| Grade A used high cube reefer 40 feet | £6,930 – £16,380 | Pharma, premium agro, dual-temp — typical use in London: finance |
Indicative prices for London (regional coefficient ×1.20, rounded up by 50 €). Excluding delivery (£250 – £900 depending on postcode). Source depot: London Gateway port (Thurrock) ou Tilbury.
Why choose a refrigerated container used container in London?
Local specificity
London Gateway, ouvert en 2013, est le port à conteneurs UK le plus moderne et reçoit directement les ULCV (>20 000 EVP). Stock conteneurs très disponible mais coût livraison Greater London parmi les plus élevés d'Europe.
The dominant sectors in London (Finance (City, Canary Wharf), Tech (Shoreditch, King's Cross), Tourism and creative industries, Construction industry (Crossrail, HS2)) have recurring needs for refrigerated container shipping containers for finance: temporary construction site storage, site accommodation units, archives, equipment.
Population: 8,900,000 inhabitants · Department LDN (Greater London) · Region Greater London.
Delivery to London
Postcodes served: EC1A, WC1, SW1A, E1, N1.
Lead time from London Gateway port (Thurrock) ou Tilbury: 5-10 working days.
Delivery 48-72 h from London Gateway or Tilbury. Rate £400-£800. ULEZ and Congestion Charge active 24/7, extended pedestrian zones. Prefer Euro 6 trucks and drop-off in M25 perimeter.
Estimated delivery cost: £250 to £900 depending on your postcode.
Frequently Asked Questions — refrigerated container shipping container in London
Which brand of refrigeration unit to prefer?+
Carrier Transicold (global leader) and Thermo King are reliable: parts available, technicians trained throughout Europe. Daikin (Japan) is excellent but less support in the UK. MCI ages poorly. Ask for the year of manufacture (ideally < 10 years).
How much electricity does a reefer consume?+
At -18 °C in continuous operation: 6-8 kWh (40 feet), 4-6 kWh (20 feet). For long-term rental, expect €80-150/day for national grid consumption. With generator set: add fuel (~20 L/24h).
Can a used reefer do dual-temp (two zones)?+
Some 40 feet reefers (one removable internal partition) allow dual-temp. For example, +4 °C and -18 °C in the same container. Additional cost ~15-25 % vs single-zone. Relevant for event caterers or multi-product pharma.
What is the delivery cost for a refrigerated container shipping container to London?+
Delivery costs range from €250 to €900 depending on your postcode (EC1A, WC1, SW1A, E1…) and distance from the depot London Gateway port (Thurrock) ou Tilbury. Delivery 48-72 h from London Gateway or Tilbury. Rate £400-£800. ULEZ and Congestion Charge active 24/7, extended pedestrian zones. Prefer Euro 6 trucks and drop-off in M25 perimeter. Standard lead time: 5-10 working days.
Is there a container depot for refrigerated container near London?+
Yes — the nearest partner depot for refrigerated container used is London Gateway port (Thurrock) ou Tilbury. The nearby towns served without additional cost around London: Croydon, Bromley, Barnet, Ealing. For other cities in the Greater London, a kilometre charge will be added according to road distance.
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