DropBox Inc. How Much Does an ISO Shipping Container Cost?
Posted on Fri, Feb 18, 2011 @ 09:24 AM
The most common of all questions asked by DropBox customers is "How Much Does an ISO Shipping Container Cost?" In an effort to answer that question let's first take a look at the many factors that effect the price of an ISO shipping container. Typically when you shop for a shipping container you will more than likely find a wide variety of prices available. Many first time buyers make the mistake of buying the first cheap container they see and later come to regret it. In order to make an informed decision as a buyer of shipping containers you must understand what goes into shipping container prices in order to determine if that great deal is really as good as it seems.
Factors that help to determine the price of shipping containers are: the size or availability of boxes, location of the shipping container and where it will be delivered, the condition of the box, how long you will be needing the unit, and additional features or custom modifications.
Thinking of simple Supply & Demand Economics it's easy to see how size can affect the price of your shipping container. 20 foot or 40 foot steel container are typically cheaper because there is a bigger supply of these "standard" size boxes. Since they are considered the standard, more are readily available for purchase. This in turn drives the cost down. If you need a larger 45 foot or 53 foot box you will more than likely have to shop around to find a good deal. In a nutshell, as with most anything, the bigger the supply, the lower the price.
Where you'll need the shipping container delivered also effects the price of your shipping container. For individuals and businesses located close to a port, there will be a better chance of being near a number of container sellers that are willing to price their containers more competitively to win your business. If your business is close enough you can also contact ship yards directly to inquire about purchasing units directly from them to drive down the price. If, however, you live far away from accessible containers, you may have to pay a premium to have it shipped to you.
To read about some of the other factors that effect ISO shipping container prices Check back next week at DropBoxInc.com as this Blog Post will Continue...