The global modular building market (including container homes) is expected to reach $173.5 billion in 2025 and exceed $302 billion in 2035, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.7%. The expandable container home market will generate sales of $787 million in 2024 and is expected to reach $1.05 billion in 2031 (annual growth rate of 4.2%).
Rapid deployment needs: Post-disaster reconstruction, temporary medical facilities (such as epidemic shelters), mining camps and other scenarios rely on the 70% shortened construction period advantage of container houses.
Sustainable development: Reusing discarded shipping containers to reduce building material waste aligns with global circular economy goals.
As an important branch of modular construction, container houses are experiencing a multi-dimensional expansion in their international development, integrating technological innovation, market demand upgrades, and global industrial chain collaboration.