New one trip containers are containers which have been used one time, Shipping goods from China (where most containers are made) to the United States. They are in perfect or almost perfect condition with some very minor dents or scratches from the trip from China to the United States. These containers are considered to be NEW.

These are containers which have recently been used by a shipping company to transport cargo. In many cases they have been inspected by a certified inspector ensuring the doors open and close properly, there are no leaks and the container is fully functionable to be packed up with goods and loaded onto a ship for export. These containers can vary from 7-15 years in age and will have rust, dents and dings. They will function properly for all your shipping and storage needs.

These are containers which have been retired from use by the shipping lines and are primarily 15 years old and above. These containers will be very well worn and will have rust and dings and the floors will be scuffed, sometimes heavily. The doors will close but may require significant effort to do so, sometimes with the aid of grease and tools. These containers are a perfect cheaper alternative for safely storing any kind of equipment or product.