Reefer Containers for Sale & Hire in the UAE
20ft & 40ft refrigerated containers holding −25°C to +25°C — for cold-chain cargo and on-site cold storage, delivered across the UAE.
Since 2011Established Dubai logistics company
Jebel AliOperating from the UAE’s main port
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Looking for a reefer container in the UAE? Delta Global Cargo supplies refrigerated (reefer) shipping containers for sale and hire across Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE. Each unit is a mobile cold room — plug in to 380–460V three-phase power and set your temperature. Browse our full shipping containers for sale in Dubai & UAE.
What a reefer container is used for
A reefer container UAE buyers choose handles food and produce cold storage, pharma and vaccine holding, flowers, dairy and frozen export cargo. In the UAE’s climate they also serve as temporary cold rooms for events, catering and construction sites. For food businesses, reefers also support HACCP cold-chain practice and Dubai Municipality food-storage expectations — tell us your use and we’ll match the right unit.
Reefer container sizes & specifications
| Spec | 20ft reefer | 40ft reefer |
|---|---|---|
| External | 6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 m | 12.19 × 2.44 × 2.90 m |
| Internal (approx.) | 5.44 × 2.29 × 2.27 m | 11.56 × 2.28 × 2.50 m |
| Temperature | −25°C to +25°C | −25°C to +25°C |
| Power | 380–460V, 3-phase | 380–460V, 3-phase |
Container images are for illustration purposes only; actual units vary by grade, colour and stock.
Reefer container prices in the UAE
Indicative UAE ranges: a used / cargo-worthy 20ft reefer container runs about AED 18,000–28,000, and a new / one-trip unit AED 45,000–65,000; 40ft reefers cost more. Prices depend on age, machine hours and condition.
Reefer container FAQs
How much does a reefer container cost in the UAE?
A used 20ft reefer container in the UAE typically costs AED 18,000–28,000, and a new one AED 45,000–65,000, depending on age, running hours and condition.
Do you hire or only sell reefer containers?
We both sell and arrange hire of reefer containers across the UAE. Tell us your temperature, duration and location for a tailored quote.
What temperature range does a reefer container hold?
Our reefer containers maintain −25°C to +25°C, suitable for chilled and frozen cargo, pharma and cold storage.
Which emirates do you deliver reefer containers to?
Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain, with power connection guidance on delivery.
How much does it cost to rent a reefer container in Dubai?
Rental rates vary with unit size, duration and season. Tell us your dates, temperature and location and we quote both rental and purchase so you can compare.
Can a reefer container run on a generator?
Yes. Where 380–460V three-phase mains power is not available, a diesel genset (including clip-on units) can run the reefer — common on construction sites, farms and events.
Which refrigeration unit brands do you supply?
Units typically carry Carrier, Thermo King or Daikin machinery, subject to current stock. Every unit is photographed and a PTI (pre-trip inspection) can be arranged before you pay.
How fast can you deliver a reefer container in the UAE?
We deliver from our Dubai stock to all seven emirates with crane offload arranged; your exact delivery slot is confirmed with your written quote.
Buy or rent a reefer container?
Both make sense — it depends on how long you need the cold space. Rental rates for a reefer container in Dubai vary with unit size, duration and season, while a used 20ft reefer costs AED 18,000–28,000 to own — for short events and seasonal peaks renting often wins, and for longer-term use buying usually pays for itself. We sell and arrange hire, and we’ll quote both ways so you can compare.
What a reefer costs to run in the UAE
A question almost nobody answers: a typical reefer draws roughly 2.5–5 kW while cycling — around 60–120 kWh per day in UAE summer conditions, on 380–460V three-phase mains or a diesel genset for off-grid sites. Three habits cut consumption meaningfully: place the unit in shade, pre-cool it before loading, and keep door-openings short. We advise on power hookup at delivery.
Used reefer buying checklist
Before you buy any used reefer container in the UAE, check:
- Machine hours — lower is better; ask for the controller readout
- PTI (pre-trip inspection) — a recent pass proves the machinery holds set-point
- Unit brand & model — Carrier, Thermo King or Daikin are serviceable UAE-wide
- Evaporator & condenser coils — no major corrosion or fin damage
- Door gaskets and floor T-rails / drains — airflow and seal drive performance
- CSC plate — required if the unit will ever ship as cargo
- Photos & serial number that match the unit you pay for
Every Delta Global Cargo reefer is photographed before payment, and a PTI can be arranged on request — inspect at Jebel Ali by appointment.
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