Did Your Business Purchase a Shipping Container Between 2019 and 2024?
Your company may have been affected by an alleged price-fixing conspiracy. A federal antitrust case alleges that major manufacturers conspired to restrict the supply of and fix prices for standard dry shipping containers.
Businesses that purchased new or used containers directly from a manufacturer — or indirectly through a dealer or supplier — may have paid inflated prices and may qualify to pursue financial compensation. There is no cost to submit your information.
Why are shipping container purchases being reviewed?
The U.S. Department of Justice has charged four major shipping container manufacturers and seven of their executives with participating in an alleged global price-fixing conspiracy.
According to the allegations, the companies coordinated to restrict the number of standard dry shipping containers being manufactured, which reduced supply and increased prices.
The alleged conduct occurred from as early as November 2019 through at least January 2024. Businesses that purchased containers during this period may have paid more because of the alleged anticompetitive conduct. Purchases made through an independent shipping container dealer, reseller, or supplier may also qualify for review.
The charges are allegations. The defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
See If My Business QualifiesYour business may qualify if
- Your business purchased one or more new or used standard dry shipping containers
- At any point between November 2019 and January 2024
- Bought directly from a manufacturer — or indirectly through a dealer, reseller, leasing company, or other supplier