Omega Container’s forte with container sales is second hand / used containers. We keep 6m GP, 12m GP, 12m HC containers in stock in all major locations. Omega Container (Pty) Ltd offers containers for sale on both retail and wholesale basis. 

Container Sales are mostly domestic but an increasing number of orders are being received for one-way export bookings from neighboring states and international customers, thanks to the high standards we use for most of our stock. Our containers are not just “wind and watertight” they are both cargo worthy, seaworthy & lockable unless otherwise stated.

Both new (one trip containers) and used containers are offered for sale in Durban, Cape Town and Johannesburg.  Durban and Johannesburg are our main distribution center’s. We try to keep a healthy stock of the most common sizes and types of containers such as:

ONE TRIP CONTAINERS

6m GENERAL PURPOSE CONTAINERS

12m GENERAL PURPOSE CONTAINERS

12m HIGH CUBE CONTAINERS

We also hold a selection of specialized equipment such as hard tops, open tops, flat racks, easy loaders and office containers (when available).

Speedy deliveries to site can be arranged throughout South Africa. Stock subject to availability. Rest assured, our commitment to quality is paramount. Only after undergoing a thorough and rigorous evaluation process do we present our used shipping containers for sale to our clients. Our stock that we offer to clients, belongs to us. Photos and inspections of our containers can happily be arranged, we want our clients to be happy with their purchases. We assure customers of our commitment to a transparent pricing policy, devoid of additional charges or hidden fees. Our competitive pricing applies to all storage containers for sale, helping you manage your budget effectively. Please reach out to us for a sales quotation – our team would be happy to assist you!

The convenience of renting a shipping container is evident in the various benefits it brings for business-related storage needs. So whether you need to store an overflow of furniture or need an onsite solution for easy access to filing and business records, you can truly find efficiency in renting. But, why is it a superior choice over buying? Firstly, buying a container means you need to have a consistent need for it. Otherwise, you risk leaving your investment unused for long periods of time while still having to continue maintenance and upkeep, so it generally becomes a financial liability rather than anything beneficial to you.

Other reasons you should consider renting include:

Flexibility –- renting allows you to extend as your needs grow or simply complete the rental period without any further commitment. In addition, renting a shipping container allows for temporary solutions when you are not interested in investing in permanent storage structures.
Cost efficiency -– if you’re not prepared to make a significant down-payment on buying a container, leasing is a far more cost-effective option.
Security -– on-site containers allow for consistent monitoring.
Versatility -– containers are a versatile storage solution that can assist as your storage needs change. While buying also gives you this benefit, renting is a preferred option for those who don’t have long-term storage needs. Rental containers can be taken for short-term (minimum 30 days) or long-term depending on your requirements.

Simply put, renting a container gives you the legroom you need to make your short- or long-term storage needs as convenient and accessible as possible.

The main types of storage containers offered for rentals are:
6m GENERAL PURPOSE CONTAINERS
12m GENERAL PURPOSE CONTAINERS / 12m HIGH CUBE CONTAINERS

{Subject to availability.}

If you’re looking for the best place to rent a container, look no further than Omega Container (Pty) Ltd. Contact us today to learn more about our units and request a quote, we would be happy to assist!

We have undertaken some high end, up-market, sophisticated container conversions for customers. Container modifications involve altering used shipping containers to suit a specific purpose. This usually includes structural changes such as removing walls, replacing flooring, or fitting custom doors and windows.

Some common conversion requests are for:
Classrooms
Site Offices
Telephone/Cellular Kiosk
Libraries
Computer Rooms
Spaza Shops
Gate Control Offices / Security Offices
Clinics
Mixed Use Centre’s

Our Conversion team will be happy to hear from you! Please contact us with your specification requirements so that we may assist you with a quotation.

You can find our gallery of conversions to-date on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/omegacontainer1/photos_albums

By definition, cabotage is, “the re-positioning of empty containers, from an area of surplus, to an area of shortage”. This can be done via vessels, trains or trucks. Omega specializes in road cabotage (trucks). Transporters find the surplus availability of empty containers very useful for the following reasons:

The additional tariff gained for using the empty container, whilst less than that of a full container, is still very useful. Sometimes, a load or part-load becomes more attractive to a transporter, with the added revenue of an empty container.
The container can provide excellent security for a load in transit. Vehicles designed to carry “open” loads, can immediately be converted into “closed” vehicles with the addition of one or more empty containers.
Transporters have to be watchful of remaining within permissible axle loading in South Africa. If one tries to load a super-link with a 23 ton full container, with no weight on the front trailer, the transporter runs the risk of inviting a fine for overloading an axle, even if the vehicle is technically not overloaded.
To container operators, the advantage of cabotage is reduced re-positioning costs. Therefore, cabotage is very much a win-win situation for all concerned.

Currently, we are most active between the ports of Durban, Cape Town and Johannesburg. 

Although any size or type can be moved, the frequency depends on the needs of the transporters, and the availability is dependent entirely on the needs of the container operators. These needs are often seasonal. This makes cabotage a very dynamic industry, with rates changing hourly at times, in accordance with the laws of supply and demand.

If you would like to be added to our database as a new supplier (transporter) please kindly e-mail us: operations@omegacontainer.co.za