Container Moving Services in Albany, New York 

Container Transport offers timely and affordable container shipping services in Albany, New York. Book today for a free estimate.

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Experienced Container Shippers in Albany, New York

Container Transport is a trustworthy and leading container-moving company in Albany, New York. We transported empty and loaded shipping and storage containers. Our company is licensed and fully insured to provide container shipping services in Albany, New York, and nationwide. Before trusting any company with your container, asking for their MC license number is always advisable. That will help you verify if they have the license to provide the services you’re seeking, and you can also see their previous record. The record shows you the previous records of accidents and areas where they’re allowed to serve, among other information. Accidents happen, but a good container shipping company should be fully insured to compensate you if something happens to your shipment. Book our container moving services in Albany, New York, to speak to an expert. 

Container Moving Services You Can Rely On in Albany, New York

When you book our container moving services in Albany, New York, we assign your request to one of our experts. They will process your shipment and ensure you’re updated on the progress until it’s delivered. They also help choose the best trailers for transport, pull permits if a container is overweight, and contact a driver near the pick-up location. You can call, message, or email the expert handling your shipment anytime for updates. Your single or multiple containers must be protected under our insurance policy before they’re dispatched for transport. Provide us with the information about your empty or loaded container and get a free estimate today. 

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.

Ship or Move a Loaded Container in Albany, New York With Us

Container Transport ships loaded containers to and from every location in Albany, New York. We transport full and half-empty containers for all our customers. The most common items we transport loaded in containers include household goods, machinery, heavy equipment, vehicles, electronics, construction materials, and lumber. If you’re moving to a different residential area, carefully pack your personal belongings and put them in a container, and we will safely deliver them to your new address. Containers are a great way of moving across the city, state, or country. You can leave the move to us while you take a flight, and all your valuables will be delivered safely. Make a booking with us now. 

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Affordable Container Shipping and Moving Services in Albany, New York 

The price of shipping a container in Albany, New York, varies from shipment to shipment. It’s based on the weight, dimensions, mode of transport, season, number, and fuel cost. For example, moving multiple containers will cost you more than the transportation of one due to the resources required. In addition, larger and heavier containers cost more to ship than smaller ones because they require more specialized trailers and sometimes permits if they’re overweight. Our company ensures you get the best container shipping rates that will be pocket-friendly. Book with us now!

State to StateDistanceTrailer Cost
Albany, New York to Olympia, Washington2,919.8 mi$8,905.39
Albany, New York to Carson City, Nevada2,743.0 mi$8,366.15
Austin, Texas to Albany, New York1,843.3 mi$5,622.065
Jackson, Mississippi to Albany, New York1,321.4 mi$4,030.27
St. Paul, Minnesota to Albany, New York1,219.9 mi$3,720.695

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.

Ports and Airport Container Shipping Services in Albany, New York 

We serve the following ports and airports in Albany, New York. 

  • Schenectady County Airport (SCH)
  • South Albany Airport (4B0)
  • Port of Albany
  • Albany International Airport (ALB)

Our drivers use these major highways when shipping containers to and from Albany, New York. 

  • Interstate 87 (I-87)
  • New York State Route 5 (NY 5) – Central Avenue
  • Interstate 90 (I-90)
  • Interstate 787 (I-787)
  • New York State Route 32 (NY 32)
  • U.S. Route 20 (US 20)

Container Shipping Services To and From Cities Near Albany, New York 

We will help you transport a container to these cities neighboring Albany, NY, and beyond. 

  • Troy, NY
  • Schenectady, NY
  • Rensselaer, NY
  • Watervliet, NY
  • Cohoes, NY
  • East Greenbush, NY
  • Colonie, NY
  • Delmar, NY
  • Guilderland, NY

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.