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Container trading, rental and leasing

Whether your cargo needs to move by sea, rail or via intermodal solutions, the right container type or size is crucial. With Rhenus container equipment services, you always have the right choice within reach worldwide.

Solutions for all container types and sizes

Our container services cover trading, one-way leasing and rentals, all adapted to your specific needs. We offer a broad fleet with multiple container types and sizes, including standard and high cube containers, hard tops, open tops, flat racks and plats, together with ventilated and insulated containers. Whether you are transporting liquids, hazardous materials or bulk goods, we deliver the ideal container solution for safe and efficient shipping.

With our flexible services, equipment is provided wherever and whenever required, including an initial free transport period before competitive rental fees apply. Depending on your preferred pickup or drop-off location, additional charges may be incurred.

A range of container options

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One-way leasing

One-way leasing provides a cost-effective solution for container leasing on one-way trips, helping to optimize rotation speed, minimize idle time and reduce storage costs. It supports the efficient relocation of containers from surplus to demand areas.

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Container rental

Container rentals offer flexible terms ranging from six months to more than a year, along with competitive pricing, customizable packages and a wide selection of drop-off locations. This provides a convenient solution for adapting your fleet to changing demands and supporting business growth.

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Container trading

Upgrade your fleet by replacing older containers and creating revenue through the sale of depreciated units. Container trading helps minimize idle time and storage costs while supporting strategic sales in locations with high demand.

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Your benefits

At strategic locations, we offer the right container sizes and types to match your specific needs.

With our broad range of services, we can provide the right solution. From one-way rentals to container purchases, we will create an offer tailored to your needs.

Container equipment services help you adapt quickly to changing demands while offering a high degree of scalability.

Rhenus container transport services Containers available at strategically selected key location

  • Extensive depot network
  • Customized equipment solutions designed around the route, transport mode, cargo requirements and local regulations
  • Ability to build stock for projects
  • Competitive demurrage and detention terms
  • Advantageous slot agreements for feeder services
  • Dependable schedules and delivery times
  • Collaboration with preferred and verified subcontractors
  • Containers provided with valid CSC plate certification
  • Thoroughly inspected containers for safe transportation by sea, rail and truck
  • Capability to organize the quick release of container equipment
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Need reliable container transport solutions to support your business?

From short-term rentals to container purchases, let us provide the right solution for your needs.

Frequently asked questions

Common container sizes include 20-foot (33 m3) and 40-foot-high cube (76 m3). For specific transport needs, refrigerated containers (reefers), open-top containers, flat racks and tank containers can also be provided.