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Container Availability Index

Real-time monitoring of container availability across 50+ major global ports. Track availability scores, dwell times, and make informed booking decisions for all container types.

Container Availability Index

Real-time global container availability monitoring

Monitor empty container availability across 50+ major ports worldwide. Make informed decisions with real-time data, historical trends, and AI-powered 7-day forecasts.

50+
Ports Monitored
12
Container Types
30
Days History
Live
Real-time Data
Availability ScoreMedium
Shanghai, China - 40HC
46
Availability Index
stable
Apr 6, 08:00 PM
Key Metrics
Dwell Time12 days

Average time containers stay at port

Empty Units Available5,458

of 22,166 total capacity

Yard Utilization79%

Current yard space usage

Wait for Empty7 days

Avg. wait time to get empty container

Supply Details
Price Premium+1%

Low premium - favorable rates

5,458
Empty Units
12d
Dwell Time

Moderate Availability

Some delays possible, book in advance

Container Type Availability at Shanghai
Availability scores across different container types
20GP(53)
40GP(48)
40HC(46)
45HC(34)
20RF(29)
40RF(28)
Alternative Ports with Better Availability
Other ports in Asia with higher 40HC availability

Busan

South Korea

High
Score:81
Dwell:3 days
+35 points better

Hong Kong

Hong Kong

High
Score:77
Dwell:13 days
+31 points better

Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam

High
Score:71
Dwell:5 days
+25 points better

Nhava Sheva

India

Medium
Score:69
Dwell:13 days
+23 points better
Availability Metrics Explained
Understanding the key indicators of container availability
Availability Score (0-100)

A composite index measuring container availability at a port. Higher scores indicate better availability. Scores below 25 signal critical shortages.

Dwell Time

The average number of days containers remain at the port before being moved. Longer dwell times can indicate congestion or supply chain bottlenecks.

Empty Units Available

The number of empty containers currently at the port ready for export bookings. Critical for shippers looking to book outbound cargo.

Price Premium

The percentage premium above base rates due to container scarcity. High premiums indicate tight supply and increased shipping costs.

Supported Container Types
Container types covered by the availability index
Standard Containers
  • 20' Standard (20GP)
  • 40' Standard (40GP)
  • 40' High Cube (40HC)
  • 45' High Cube (45HC)
Special Equipment
  • 20'/40' Reefer (RF)
  • 20'/40' Open Top (OT)
  • 20'/40' Flat Rack (FR)
  • 20' Tank Container (TK)
Availability Level Guide
Understanding our availability scoring system
High (70-100)

Containers readily available. Low wait times and competitive pricing. Ideal booking conditions.

Medium (45-69)

Moderate availability. Some delays possible. Book in advance and allow buffer time.

Low (25-44)

Limited availability. Significant delays expected. Consider alternative ports or earlier booking.

Critical (0-24)

Severe shortage. Immediate action required. Alternative routing strongly recommended.

Covered Regions
Major ports monitored across all key shipping regions
Asia
  • Shanghai, Shenzhen
  • Singapore, Busan
  • Port Klang, Jakarta
Europe
  • Rotterdam, Antwerp
  • Hamburg, Felixstowe
  • Algeciras, Piraeus
North America
  • Los Angeles, Long Beach
  • New York, Savannah
  • Vancouver, Montreal
Middle East
  • Jebel Ali, Jeddah
  • Hamad Port
South America
  • Santos, Manzanillo
Africa & Oceania
  • Durban, Suez
  • Sydney, Melbourne

Planning Tips

  • • Check availability before finalizing shipping schedules
  • • Use the 7-day forecast to anticipate supply changes
  • • Consider alternative ports when availability is low or critical
  • • Factor in price premiums when calculating total shipping costs
  • • Book early during peak seasons when availability tends to decline