Sale of 20ft and 40ft Shipping Containers in Anzali (Iran)

About the Location: Anzali – The Caspian Gateway of Iran and a Node of the INSTC

Anzali (Bandar-e Anzali) is located in Gilan Province on the southwestern coast of the Caspian Sea and is one of the oldest and most important seaports in Iran. The city serves as a key logistics hub of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), providing direct ferry and cargo connections with Russia (ports of Astrakhan, Makhachkala, Olya), Kazakhstan (Aktau), and Azerbaijan (Baku). The region's industrial profile is defined by the fishing industry (including the famous processing of sturgeon), rice and tea cultivation, shipbuilding, and active operations within the Anzali Free Zone (AFZ).

Fun fact: The historic clock tower in the center of Anzali was built in the early 20th century, and the city's name has changed over different eras (including Bandar-e Pahlavi), but its strategic importance as Iran's main "Caspian gateway" has remained unchanged for centuries. Buying a container in this location allows businesses to create secure storage space at the epicenter of Eurasian transit flows.

Important: We Strictly Do Not Deal with "As-Is" Condition Containers

In the humid subtropical climate of the Caspian coast, characterized by extremely high humidity, heavy precipitation, and the risk of severe condensation ("container rain"), using worn-out equipment is unacceptable. Our fleet consists only of inspected, watertight, and reliable containers. You will never receive equipment with through-corrosion, deformed doors, or damaged flooring, which is critical for preserving cargo quality.

Always Available at Our Sites and Partner Terminals in Anzali:

• 20DC — Standard 20-foot containers (optimal for heavy equipment, shipbuilding components, and compact storage)

• 40DC — Standard 40-foot containers

• 20HC / 40HC — High Cube containers (ideal for electronics, agricultural products, and bulky cargo)

• Refrigerated Containers (Reefers) — for the food industry, seafood, and pharmaceuticals (available upon request)

We process transactions in 1 business day. Containers are sold in the following conditions: NEW, IICL, CW (Cargo Worthy).

How to Buy a Container in Anzali?

1. Selection: Describe your task to the manager (local storage, INSTC transit, buffer zone). We will select the appropriate type and condition.

2. Contract: We sign a purchase agreement fixing the price, the container's BIC number, and the handover conditions.

3. Payment: We accept payment exclusively via non-cash transfer in US Dollars (USD) through international bank transfer (SWIFT).

4. Pickup: You collect the container from the agreed terminal in Anzali on FCA (pickup) terms, or coordinate its handover directly to your logistics partner.

Local Expertise: Anzali Terminals and Container Arrival Routes

Understanding the region's infrastructure allows us to guarantee transaction transparency and stable equipment availability:

1. Anzali Container Terminals

We work directly with operators of key logistics hubs, ensuring convenient conditions for inspection and pickup:

• Port of Anzali: The main maritime hub on the Iranian coast of the Caspian Sea. We have established interaction protocols for the swift removal of customs-cleared equipment from its berths.

• Anzali Free Zone (AFZ): Specialized private inland depots and logistics centers within the zone. Here, we conduct pre-sale inspections, allowing clients to pick up equipment without the bureaucratic delays characteristic of main marine terminals.

2. Equipment Arrival Routes

The container fleet in Anzali is formed through several logistics flows:

• Caspian ferry and cargo lines: Regular connections with the ports of Astrakhan and Makhachkala (Russia), Aktau (Kazakhstan), and Baku (Azerbaijan).

• Domestic logistics in Iran: Empty containers that have completed their import cycle in Persian Gulf ports (Bandar Abbas) are delivered by road or rail via Tehran to Anzali to balance the fleet and serve northern transit.

Who Benefits from Buying a Container in Anzali: Industry Scenarios

1. Transit Logistics Operators (INSTC): Anzali is a critically important transshipment point for cargo moving between Russia/CIS and India/the Persian Gulf. Purchasing an own fleet of containers allows for the creation of flexible buffer zones for cargo consolidation prior to ferry crossing, avoiding delays and high storage rates at the port.

2. Fishing Industry and Seafood Processing: The region is known for catching and processing sturgeon and other Caspian fish. For storing fishing nets, processing equipment, and temporary seafood storage, we provide refrigerated containers with a valid Pre-Trip Inspection (PTI) report or dry food-grade containers (IICL/NEW conditions), guaranteeing the absence of foreign odors and contamination.

3. Agribusiness and Food Industry: Gilan Province is the main producer of rice, tea, and olives in Iran. Storing and exporting this hygroscopic produce requires food-grade standard containers. We supply only clean containers with no traces of previous chemical cargo, mold, or foreign odors, which is a mandatory requirement for phytosanitary control.

4. Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering: Anzali has a long tradition of shipbuilding and fleet repair. Storing heavy tools, ship spare parts, hydraulic equipment, and welding machines at shipyards requires vandal-resistant containers with reinforced flooring, resistant to the aggressive saline environment of the Caspian Sea.

5. Anzali Free Zone (AFZ) Residents: Companies operating within the AFZ. Purchasing your own containers allows for the creation of mobile, secure warehouse space on company premises without the need for complex capital construction permits, perfectly aligning with the free customs zone regime.

Estimated Container Costs in Anzali

Prices are per unit, FCA (pickup) from a terminal in Anzali. The northern Iran market is characterized by stable demand for warehouse space, which drives competitive pricing for quality equipment.

Terms and Conditions

• A wholesale discount is provided when purchasing a batch of 3 or more units.

• Pickup is available from Port of Anzali terminals or partner private depots in the Anzali Free Zone (AFZ).

• All containers are provided in CW, IICL, or NEW conditions ("As-Is" condition is not used).

• Independent inspection by a third-party surveyor (e.g., SGS Iran, Bureau Veritas, or local certified experts) can be arranged at the buyer's expense.

• To receive an exact price list with current photos and BIC numbers of available containers, please submit a request — our manager will prepare a personalized proposal within 2 hours.

*The information on this page does not constitute a public offer.

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