CONTAINER PRICES • SRI LANKA
Container Box Prices in Sri Lanka
Looking for the current container price in Sri Lanka?
HCD supplies 20ft and 40ft shipping containers with prices depending
on container size, condition, availability and current market conditions.
As a general guide, empty containers currently start from
LKR 700,000 for a 20ft container and
LKR 1,000,000 for a 40ft container.
These are indicative starting prices and should be confirmed against
current stock before purchase.
CURRENT PRICE GUIDE
20ft & 40ft Container Prices
20FT
20ft Container Price in Sri Lanka
STARTING FROM
LKR 700,000
A 20ft container provides a compact option for storage,
equipment and project requirements where a smaller footprint
is preferred.
Empty container as-is. Final price depends on condition,
availability and current market pricing.
40FT
40ft Container Price in Sri Lanka
STARTING FROM
LKR 1,000,000
A 40ft container provides greater internal capacity for storage,
commercial, industrial and project applications.
Empty container as-is. Final price depends on condition,
availability and current market pricing.
IMPORTANT
Why Container Prices Can Change
Shipping containers are not identical retail products with one permanent
fixed price. The price of an individual container can change according
to its specification, physical condition and availability.
The prices displayed on this page should therefore be treated as
indicative starting prices rather than a fixed quotation.
PRICE FACTORS
What Affects Shipping Container Prices?
01
Container Size
20ft and 40ft containers have different capacities,
availability and market prices.
02
Container Condition
The physical condition of a used shipping container can affect
its value and suitability for a particular application.
03
Current Availability
Container availability can vary. Changes in available stock
can therefore affect the current selling price.
04
Required Specification
The required container type and intended application should
be considered when comparing prices.
05
Delivery
Transportation requirements depend on the destination,
site access and unloading arrangements.
06
Modification
Doors, windows, insulation, electrical work, internal finishes
and other modifications are separate from the price of an
empty container.
UNDERSTANDING THE PRICE
Empty Container Price vs Modified Container Price
The prices shown above are for empty shipping containers as-is.
They should not be used as the expected price of a completed office,
house, café or other container building.
EMPTY CONTAINER
Container Box
The basic shipping container structure without architectural
conversion or building services.
MODIFIED CONTAINER
Purpose-Built Space
Modification can include structural openings, doors, windows,
insulation, electrical services, plumbing, interior finishes,
roofing and other project-specific work.
LOOKING TO PURCHASE?
20ft & 40ft Containers for Sale
If you are ready to purchase rather than simply compare prices,
view HCD's available
shipping containers for sale in Sri Lanka
.
Availability and final pricing should be confirmed according to
the required container size and condition.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Shipping Container Prices in Sri Lanka
How much is a 20ft container in Sri Lanka?
HCD currently lists an indicative starting price of
LKR 700,000 for an empty 20ft container as-is.
The actual price depends on condition, availability and
current market pricing.
How much is a 40ft container in Sri Lanka?
HCD currently lists an indicative starting price of
LKR 1,000,000 for an empty 40ft container as-is.
Final pricing depends on condition, availability and
current market pricing.
Why do shipping container prices change?
Prices can change according to container size, individual condition,
specification, available stock and market conditions.
Does the container price include modification?
No. The indicative prices shown here refer to empty containers as-is.
Modification and conversion work should be priced according to
the required project specification.
Does the price include delivery?
Delivery requirements depend on the project location, access
and unloading arrangements. These should be confirmed when
requesting the current container price.
Can I convert the container into an office or building?
Yes. Shipping containers can be modified for different applications.
The design and modification cost depends on the intended use,
required layout, services and finishes.
