Container Hire Terms & Conditions

These Terms & Conditions govern the rental (hire) of containers and related equipment from Conex Containers. By hiring equipment from us, you agree to comply with the following terms.

1. Hire Charges

The customer agrees to pay all rental charges specified in the agreement, calculated from the delivery date until the official off-hire date.

Rates confirmed in writing will remain fixed for the agreed hire period unless otherwise stated.

2. Delivery

Conex Containers will supply the requested equipment subject to availability from our depot locations.

  • Delivery timeframes are estimates only and not guaranteed.

  • We are not liable for delays, non-delivery, or supply interruptions beyond our control.

  • Equipment must remain at the agreed delivery location unless prior written consent is obtained.

  • Acceptance of delivery confirms the equipment was received in satisfactory condition unless otherwise noted at the time of delivery.

3. Payment Terms

Approved account customers must pay all invoices in full, including applicable taxes, within the agreed payment period.

In the event of overdue payments, Conex Containers reserves the right to:

  • Suspend further deliveries or services

  • Recover collection costs, legal fees, and administrative charges

  • Require advance payments or a security deposit

  • Request valid credit card details for ongoing hire charges

If the customer becomes insolvent or unable to meet financial obligations, all outstanding balances become immediately due and payable.

4. Use, Maintenance & Care

The hirer is responsible for maintaining the equipment in safe, clean, and proper condition throughout the rental period.

The hirer agrees to:

  • Use the equipment lawfully and safely

  • Maintain the container in good working order

  • Not remove or alter identification marks, serial numbers, or branding

  • Not create liens, encumbrances, or third-party claims on the equipment

  • Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, permits, and regulations

5. Off-Hire & Return

Equipment remains on hire until it is physically returned to a designated Conex Containers depot or collected by us.

To request off-hire, written notice must be submitted via email.

Returned equipment must be:

  • Completely empty

  • Clean and free of debris, labels, or hazardous materials

  • In reasonable condition, allowing for normal wear and tear

The hirer is responsible for all cleaning, repair, transport, and damage costs beyond fair wear and tear.

If equipment is lost, stolen, destroyed, or damaged beyond repair, the hirer is liable for the full replacement value.

6. Sub-Hire & Transfer

The hirer may not sublease, transfer, assign, or otherwise part with possession of the equipment without prior written consent from Conex Containers.

7. Quiet Enjoyment

Provided all obligations are met, the hirer is entitled to peaceful use of the equipment during the agreed rental period.

8. Default

If the hirer:

  • Fails to pay invoices on time

  • Breaches any terms of this agreement

  • Becomes insolvent or bankrupt

  • Refuses or delays return of equipment

Conex Containers may:

  • Terminate the agreement immediately

  • Repossess the equipment without notice (where legally permitted)

  • Enter premises to recover equipment (in accordance with applicable laws)

  • Continue charging hire fees until equipment is returned

  • Recover replacement costs if equipment is not returned

Outstanding balances may incur interest and recovery costs.

9. Indemnity

The hirer agrees to indemnify and hold Conex Containers harmless from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, or expenses arising from:

  • Use or misuse of the equipment

  • Injury to persons or damage to property

  • Breach of these Terms & Conditions

  • Government penalties, fines, or legal actions involving the equipment

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • Conex Containers is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

  • Liability is limited to repair, replacement, or re-supply of equipment/services

  • Equipment is rented on an “as-is” basis unless otherwise required by law

  • We are not responsible for delays caused by events beyond our reasonable control

11. Entire Agreement

These Terms & Conditions, along with any quotation, invoice, or written agreement, constitute the entire agreement between the parties.

Any amendments must be made in writing and approved by Conex Containers.

12. Waiver

Failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any future rights.

13. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, United States.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

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