Sale of 20ft and 40ft Shipping Containers in Callao (Peru)

About the Location: Callao – The Main Maritime Gateway of Peru and Pacific Hub

Callao is Peru's largest port and a constitutional province directly adjacent to the country's capital, Lima. This port handles over 80% of Peru's total maritime freight, serving as a critical link in supply chains for both the domestic market and global trade. The region's industrial profile is defined by mining logistics (export of copper, zinc, and silver), agribusiness (export of asparagus, avocados, and grapes), the fishing industry (production of fishmeal and fish oil), and consumer goods distribution.

Fun fact: Callao is a historic fortress (home to the famous Real Felipe Fortress) and simultaneously the western terminus of the planned Bioceanic Corridor (Corredor Bioceánico), which will eventually connect Brazil's Atlantic ports to Asian markets via Peru, transforming Callao into a global logistics super-hub. Buying a container in this location allows businesses to create secure storage space at the epicenter of Pacific logistics.

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

In conditions of high coastal humidity (garúa fog), the salty air of the Pacific Ocean, and intense port activity, 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 Callao:

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

• 40DC — Standard 40-foot containers

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

• Refrigerated Containers (Reefers) — for the food industry, agricultural exports, 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 Callao?

1. Selection: Describe your task to the manager (local storage, export, 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 Callao on FCA (pickup) terms, or coordinate its handover directly to your logistics partner.

Local Expertise: Callao Terminals and Container Arrival Routes

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

1. Callao Container Terminals

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

• Muelle Sur (APM Terminals Callao): The country's largest and most modern container terminal. We have established interaction protocols for the swift removal of customs-cleared equipment.

• Muelle Norte (DP World Callao): A key hub specializing in handling both containerized and bulk cargo, with direct access to the railway network.

• Private Inland Depots in Ventanilla and the Callao Free Zone (ZOFRC): Specialized sites in industrial zones. Here, we conduct pre-sale inspections, allowing clients to pick up equipment without the multi-hour traffic jams and bureaucratic delays characteristic of entering the main port berths.

2. Equipment Arrival Routes

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

• Direct deep-sea lines: Regular services with ports in China (Shanghai, Ningbo), the USA (Los Angeles, Houston), and Europe.

• Domestic cabotage: Movement of equipment along Peru's Pacific coast to ports like Paita, Matarani, or Ilo to balance the fleet.

• Return of empties from international voyages: Empty containers that have completed their import cycle in Peru are returned to depot zones in Callao, where we conduct strict inspections and select units in IICL and CW conditions.

Who Benefits from Buying a Container in Callao: Industry Scenarios

1. Mining Industry: Peru is one of the world's largest producers of copper and zinc. For storing spare parts for heavy mining machinery, hydraulic systems, and drilling equipment, we provide only CW condition containers or higher, with verified watertightness and reinforced flooring capable of withstanding high point loads.

2. Agribusiness and Agricultural Exports: The region actively exports asparagus, avocados, grapes, and blueberries. Storing and consolidating these products before shipment requires food-grade standard containers. We supply only clean containers (IICL and NEW conditions) with no traces of previous chemical cargo, mold, or foreign odors, which is a mandatory requirement for SENASA phytosanitary control.

3. Fishing Industry: Callao and neighboring Ventanilla are major fish processing centers. Storing fishmeal, fish oil, and specialized equipment requires vandal-resistant, watertight containers resistant to the aggressive effects of the saline environment and specific odors.

4. Automotive Distribution and Component Suppliers: The Port of Callao handles a significant portion of vehicle and component imports for the Lima market and all of Peru. For storing tires, batteries, and spare parts, we provide watertight containers that protect cargo from humid sea air.

5. 3PL Operators and Warehouse Logistics: Companies operating in the Callao Free Zone (ZOFRC). Purchasing an own fleet of containers allows for the creation of flexible buffer storage zones on client premises, avoiding astronomical storage rates (demurrage) inside Muelle Sur or Muelle Norte terminals.

6. Construction and Infrastructure Companies: Amid high-density coastal development and strict zoning rules, a container is a fire-safe and mobile solution for storing expensive tools, generators, and materials on-site without the need for complex capital construction permits.

Estimated Container Costs in Callao

Prices are per unit, FCA (pickup) from a terminal in Callao. The Peruvian 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 Muelle Sur, Muelle Norte terminals, or partner private depots in Ventanilla / ZOFRC.

• 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 Peru, Bureau Veritas, or Cotecna) 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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