Container Information

Container Rental Rates

From both Samskip and international shipping lines.

Container Weight Limits

Information on Maximum Loading Limits at Overseas Ports.

Containers types

View container types dimensions and specifications.

Used Container Sales

Samskip offers both used and new containers for sale.

Samskip offers a wide range of container types to suit different cargo needs, including dry containers, reefer containers, flat racks, and more.

20ft Standard Dry Container

LengthWidthHeightDoor heightDoor widthPayloadCubic/Volume
590 cm235 cm239 cm228 cm233 cm22 tonn33 m3

40ft Standard Dry Container

LengthWidthHeightDoor heightDoor widthPayloadCubic/Volume
1.203 cm235 cm239 cm228 cm233 cm27 tonn67 m3

40ft High Cube Dry Container

LengthWidthHeightDoor heightDoor widthPayloadCubic/Volume
1.203 cm240 cm268 cm258 cm235 cm30 tonn75.8 m3

40ft High Cube Pallet Wide Container

LengthWidthHeightDoor heightDoor widthPayloadCubic/Volume
1.210 cm243 cm270 cm258 cm239 cm30 tonn79.4 m3

40ft Temperature-Controlled Container (Reefer)

LengthWidthHeightDoor heightDoor widthPayloadCubic/Volume
1.155 cm228 cm220 cm220 cm219 cm27 tonn59 m3

40ft Temperature-Controlled Container (High-Cube Reefer)

LengthWidthHeightDoor heightDoor widthPayloadCubic/Volume
1.157 cm228 cm252 cm253 cm227 cm29.8 tonn66.8 m3

20ft Insulated Container

LengthWidthHeightDoor heightDoor widthPayloadCubic/Volume
606 cm259 cm244 cm229 cm226 cm27.7 tonn30.7 m3

20ft Open Top Container

LengdWidthHeightDoor heightDoor widthPayloadCubic/Volume
590 cm233 cm238 cm233 cm222 cm22 tonn32 m3

40ft Open Top Container

LengthWidthHeightDoor heightDoor widthPayloadCubic/Volume
1.155 cm233 cm238 cm222 cm233 cm27 tonn67 m3

20ft Flat Rack Container

LengthWidthHeightPayload
604 cm243 cm223 cm28 tonn

40ft Flat Rack Container

LengthWidthHeightPayload
1.200 cm243 cm195 cm40 tonn

Empty Container Delivery

When returning empty containers after use, there are several important points to keep in mind.
Customers are asked to check the following:

  • Containers returned to Samskip must be empty and clean. All shipping equipment must also be returned, including lashing straps (ratchet straps), air bags, chains, and tarpaulins.

  • Drivers are not authorized to pick up containers that are not empty. Any additional driving costs resulting from this will be charged to the party ordering the container transport.

  • If containers are not empty or clean, additional charges will apply for cleaning and/or disposal of pallets or waste, in accordance with the price list.

  • If shipping equipment is not returned, additional charges will be applied to the customer for missing equipment, in accordance with the price list.

  • Open Top containers must be returned to Samskip with the tarpaulin and support bars properly installed.

  • Temperature-controlled containers must have the power cable properly secured and stored in the designated box on the refrigeration unit.

  • If damage occurs to Samskip containers while in the customer’s custody, the customer is responsible for the damage and must cover the associated costs.

  • Access to the containers must be adequate.

  • If containers are returned damaged, additional charges will be applied to the customer in accordance with the repair schedule.

  • If damage occurs to Samskip containers while in the customer’s custody, and/or to related equipment, this must be reported to the Samskip Container Management Department by email at:  cdr@samskip.com or by phone at tel: +354 458-8483 or +354 458-8602.

  • If containers are not returned, additional charges will be applied to the customer in accordance with the container rental price list.