Price of 20-foot photovoltaic containers used in US ports

Is a 20-foot container a good investment?

The 20-foot container (TEU) offers a great balance of capacity and cost-effectiveness for many businesses. Current market conditions show rates have stabilized from their 2021-2022 peaks, but they still fluctuate based on geopolitical events, fuel costs, and seasonal demand patterns. I’m Steve Hyndman, Vice President of Aztec Container.

What data is included in the photovoltaic industry report?

This report includes summary data for the photovoltaic industry from annual and monthly respondents. Data include manufacturing, imports, and exports of modules in the United States and its territories. Summary data include volumes in peak kilowatts and average prices.

What is the difference between a 20ft and 40ft container?

A 40-foot container (FEU) offers double the space of a 20ft container but typically costs only about 20-25% more. A 20ft container has 1,172 cubic feet of space, while a 40ft container provides 2,389 cubic feet. Crucially, weight capacity doesn’t double with volume.

Which countries import the most PV modules in the US?

Vietnam alone accounted for 30.4% of shipments to the US, followed by Thailand, Malaysia and Cambodia. Together, the four Southeast Asian countries accounted for 79.3% of US PV module imports during this year's first quarter, Panjiva data shows.