Container Movers and Shippers in New Orleans, Louisiana

Container Transport is here to help you ship containers to and from New Orleans, Louisiana. Our services are affordable and timely. 

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Let the Professionals Ship Your Container in New Orleans, Louisiana

Container Transport is one of the leading container-moving companies in New Orleans, Louisiana. We help businesses and individuals transport single and multiple containers of all dimensions and weights. When you book our container shipping services in New Orleans, Louisiana, by calling or filling out the form, ensure you provide us with accurate information about your shipment to help us process it and offer you an accurate estimate. Let us know the weight, pick-up, and drop-off addresses, shipping date, number of containers, their weights, and whether they’re loaded or empty. We pull permits for loaded containers that exceed the legal weight limits, ensuring they’re delivered where you need them safely and on time. Book now to experience personalized container moving services in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

Transporting a 20ft Container.
Transporting a container on a trailer.

Container Moving Services You Can Count On 

When you hire us to ship your container in New Orleans or another city, be guaranteed quality services. We pay attention to our client's needs and ensure they’re all met.  A good container shipping company personalizes its services by considering all factors. We offer door-to-door and terminal-to-terminal container shipping and moving services in New Orleans, Louisiana. We’re a qualified container-moving company that helps businesses and individuals transport containers to and from all locations in the United States and Canada—book now for reliable container shipping services.  

Import and Export Container Moving Services

Whether you’re importing a container with goods for your business or exporting an empty one, we’re here to help. Container Transport has over a decade of experience in import and export container transport services. We’re here to ensure your container is transported smoothly and your items arrive in good condition. Whether you’re importing or exporting single or multiple containers, we’re here to get the job done. Call us for a free quote.

Loaded and Empty Container Shipping Services in New Orleans, Louisiana

We specialize in the transportation of empty and loaded containers of all sizes. Whether you’re returning an empty container to the port or warehouse or relocating it to a different location, we’re here to help. We ship containers that are fully loaded and half empty. Our team is trained in handling containers to ensure they’re delivered safely. In addition, each loaded and empty container must be fully insured before being dispatched. You can transport a container loaded with household goods, heavy equipment, tools, machinery, personal belongings, lumber, timber, building and construction materials, garages, etc. We’re professionals and will ensure your items are delivered safely and on time—book now for a free estimate. 

Container Types We Transport

Container Transport moves all types of containers. Whether yours is fully loaded, empty, half-empty, or customized, we will move it.

Crane loading container onto trailer.

Affordable Container Moving Services in New Orleans, Louisiana

The cost of transporting containers in New Orleans, Louisiana, isn’t fixed. It depends on the specifications of the shipment. For example, loaded containers cost more to ship than empty ones due to the value of the goods inside. We use your specifications to get an accurate estimate for your shipment. The longer the distance between the pick-up and drop-off locations, the more you will pay due to the fuel cost. Other factors that come into play are whether you need loading and unloading assistance or expedited transport. We accommodate our customers needs and ensure they’re all met. Book our affordable container shipping services in New Orleans, Louisiana, and experience premium services.

Transporting a Cannabis Extraction Facility Container.
State to StateDistanceTrailer Cost
New Orleans, Louisiana to Lewiston, Idaho2,413.6 mi$7,482.16
New Orleans, Louisiana to Green  Bay, Wisconsin1,130.7 mi$3,505.17
Santa Fe, New Mexico to New Orleans, Louisiana1,142.8 mi$3,542.68
Medford, Oregon to New Orleans, Louisiana2,464.6 mi$7,640.26
Montpelier, Vermont to New Orleans, Louisiana1,598.2 mi$4,954.42

Note: The above container moving costs are only estimates and might be higher or lower upon booking. They depend on location, loading/unloading needs, weight, size, and more factors. Call us to get an accurate price.

A better b2B shipping experience

Container Transport offers all business container shipping solutions. Transport your valuable business assets locally, nationwide, or even overseas. As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of ensuring every detail is done correctly. We treat your container move as if it were our own.

24/7 Customer Support

Dedicated 24/7 customer support with one of our 120+ logistics agents ensures your business moves seamlessly, anytime, anywhere.

Customs Clearance

Our B2B freight shipping services include expert customs clearance, ensuring your shipments arrive smoothly and without delay.

Credit line

We offer a credit line with monthly billing statements for easy and stress-free container transport.

Transport Containers To and From Cities Neighboring New Orleans, Louisiana

We offer container shipping services to and from these cities near New Orleans, Louisiana.

  • Chalmette
  • Metairie
  • Kenner
  • Gretna
  • Harvey
  • Slidell

Container Transport only uses qualified drivers who know the fastest and most convenient routes to and from New Orleans, Louisiana. Depending on your container's pick-up and drop-off locations, they use the following highways: Interstate 10 (I-10), Interstate 610 (I-610), Interstate 55 (I-55), Interstate 59 (I-59), U.S. Route 90 (US 90), and U.S. Route 61 (US 61). 

Ports and Airports in New Orleans, Louisiana

We offer container moving services to and from all the ports and airports in New Orleans, Louisiana, including: 

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
  • Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA)
  • Lakefront Airport (NEW)
  • Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)

Frequently aSKED questions

To get a quote for moving containers, you can call Container Transport or visit our website. Click the get quote tab, usually at the bottom of the home or about us page. Sometimes, the tab is on the menu section. Give details of what you want to ship, in this case, a container. Next, you need to give information on the final destination of your container. Before you get the quote or estimate, submit your personal information, including your name, phone number, and email, to receive your free quote for moving containers.
Moving containers requires the best trailers that can handle heavy or wide loads. The choice of a suitable trailer depends on the container size, 20 feet or 40 feet, and weight. Our container transport company has numerous types of trailers that handle oversized, heavy, or wide containers. Our logistic agents can recommend lightweight and high-strength chassis trailers because of their outstanding maneuverability, flexibility, and ability to carry 20-foot, 40-foot, and extended containers. We also use flatbed trailers that have adequate strength for container hauling. Another trailer option to hire is the Gooseneck, which can carry light to heavy containers.
Loading a container on a trailer or truck requires specialized equipment or tools. Shipping container movers first ensure the container is in perfect condition, free from damages, holes, or issues that can damage the things inside. Next, the shipping specialists moving the containers ensure the trailer is parked in the best position for proper loading. It should have all the required tie-downs to hold the container securely for safe transportation. Our container transport company uses cargo lifters, such as top pickers, driverless AGVs, forklifts, and cranes, to lift the cargo and properly position it in the trailer for securing and transportation.
Yes, permits are a vital requirement when shipping a container locally or internationally. Some local, state, international, and federal guidelines, regulations, and laws require you to have permits based on the type of goods you are transporting and the final destination of your cargo. As a renowned legitimate transportation company, we navigate the shipping industry and regulations to ensure our clients get all the necessary permits to ship their containers safely without legal issues.
Yes, we have cranes that help us load and offload your container from trailers and other means of transportation. The numerous cranes for loading and unloading include crawler, tower, overhead, floating, and gantry cranes with different applications. Tower cranes are state-of-the-art equipment that can lift containers to and from trailers during intermodal shipping. Overhead cranes help in lifting heavy containers in our shipyards.