xChange provides a B2B marketplace that aggregates real‑time inventory of over 16,000 shipping containers from more than 150 North American depots, allowing retailers, freight forwarders and logistics firms to search, compare and lock prices for 24 hours. The platform includes integrated broker support, secure multi‑method payments, market‑intelligence dashboards for pricing and demand insights, and a leasing module for one‑way and long‑term contracts.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Retailers and logistics operators often spend days contacting multiple brokers, negotiating opaque quotes, and traveling to depots to verify container availability, leading to delayed shipments and reduced margins. The lack of a centralized, real‑time view of inventory across North America makes it difficult to source the right container type at a competitive price.
Solution
xChange operates a B2B container trading platform that aggregates verified inventory from over 150 depot locations into a single searchable marketplace. Users can compare container types, conditions, and prices side‑by‑side, then lock in the quoted price and availability for 24 hours with a single invoice. The platform offers an online broker app and dedicated broker support via phone, SMS, or WhatsApp to provide personalized quotes and rapid issue resolution. Payments are accepted via credit card, ACH, PayPal, or wire, and releases are verified with depots before pickup, ensuring secure, hassle‑free transactions. Integrated market‑intelligence dashboards deliver real‑time pricing benchmarks and demand forecasts, helping buyers protect margins and sellers price competitively. A global marketplace and container‑leasing module extend the same transparent workflow to international trades and one‑way leasing contracts.
Target Audience
Primary users are B2B retailers, freight forwarders, NVOCCs, and logistics firms that need to buy or lease shipping containers across North America, as well as container owners and wholesalers seeking a scalable sales channel.
Features
- Real‑time inventory feed covering 16 000+ containers across 150+ North American depots, searchable by type, size, condition, and location.
- All‑in pricing displayed transparently; a 24‑hour price‑and‑availability lock eliminates last‑minute quote changes.
- Multi‑channel broker assistance (phone, SMS, WhatsApp) plus a self‑serve online broker app with watchlists, price‑drop alerts, and instant order submission.
- Secure payment processing (credit card, ACH, PayPal, wire) with automated release generation and depot verification before pickup.
- Market‑intelligence dashboard offering live price benchmarks, historical trends, and demand forecasts for data‑driven pricing decisions.
- API and bulk‑upload (Excel/Google Sheets) for sellers to list inventory programmatically and manage large catalogs.
- Post‑sale support team that resolves pickup or condition disputes and provides rapid issue escalation.
- Container‑leasing marketplace with one‑way and long‑term lease options, credit‑line financing, and automated invoicing.