How much is a Plain and Fabricated Shipping Container in Kenya

Cost of Plain Shipping Containers

40FT High Cube- Ksh350,000
40FT Low Cube- Ksh330,000
20FT Standard Container- Ksh200,000

Cost of 20FT Shipping Container Stalls/ Shops

20FT with 3 Shops- Ksh350,000
20FT with 2 Shops- Ksh330,000

Cost of 40FT Shipping Container Stalls/ Shops

40FT with 5 shops- Ksh550,000
40FT with 4 shops- Ksh530,000
40FT with 6 shops- Ksh570,000

Cost of Shipping Container Offices

20FT Open Office- Ksh550,000
40FT Open Office- Ksh950,000

Cost of Shipping Container Houses

20FT Bedsitter Unit-Ksh650,000
40FT 1-Bedroom House- Ksh1,250,000
40FT 2-Bedroom House- Ksh1,300,000
Spacious 3-Bedroom House- Ksh2,800,000- Ksh3,500,000

Note: Cost for container fabrication can vary depending with the unique client needs and design.

What are the dimensions of shipping containers?

The following are the typical dimensions of 20ft and 40ft shipping containers that are found in the Kenyan market.

Container Type	Length	Width	Height
20-foot	6.06 m	2.44 m	2.59 m
40-foot	12.19 m	2.44 m	2.59 m
40-foot High Cube	12.19 m	2.44 m	2.90 m

Repurposing/ Conversion of shipping containers

Platinum Containers offer expert shipping container conversion services to a wide range of products. This involves converting used or new shipping containers into functional structures or products other than cargo transport. The strength, modular design, and portability of 20ft and 40ft shipping containers allows for their conversion to other useful products within the market.

Common Products Made from Converted Shipping Containers

Residential buildings
- 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom Houses
- Bedsitter Units/ Studio Houses
- Guest Rooms/ AirBnB units
- Staff Accommodation units
Commercial spaces
- Offices
- Retail shops/ Stalls
- Cafés and restaurants
- Pop-up stores
- Exhibition spaces
Institutional facilities
- Classrooms
- Libraries
- Medical clinics
- Laboratories
- Emergency shelters
Industrial and agricultural applications
- Storage units
- Workshops
- Equipment housing
- Cold rooms (with insulation and refrigeration)
- Farm produce storage
Hospitality and recreation
- Hotels
- Hostels
- Swimming pools
- Gyms
- Bars and entertainment venues

Process of repurposing

Assessment
- Inspect the container for structural damage, rust, and contamination.
Design
- Develop architectural or engineering drawings based on the intended use.
- Plan for doors, windows, ventilation, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Modification
- Cut openings for doors and windows.
- Reinforce areas where structural members are removed.
- Weld additional steel sections where necessary.
Surface treatment
- Remove rust and old paint.
- Apply anti-corrosion primer and protective paint.
Insulation
- Install insulation materials such as spray foam, mineral wool, or rigid foam boards.
- Add vapor barriers where needed.
Interior fit-out
- Install wall panels, flooring, ceilings, lighting, electrical wiring and plumbing
- Fit furniture and fixtures according to the intended purpose.
Exterior finishing
- Paint the exterior or add cladding.
- Install roofs, decks, stairs, ramps, or landscaping if required.
Inspection and commissioning
- Verify structural integrity and compliance with local building and safety regulations.
- Test electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems before occupancy or use.