Whether you’re running a business from home or simply looking for extra storage space; a shipping container can be a secure, and cost-effective solution. However, before you arrange a delivery there’s one big question people often ask us here at Upminster Containers: ‘Can I put a shipping container on private land?’ The short answer is […]
If you’ve got agricultural land and you’re thinking about ways to make it more efficient, practical, or productive, a shipping container might seem like a great solution. Whether you’re planning to use it as secure storage for machinery, a place to keep animal feed dry, or even convert it into a mobile office or workshop, […]
Thinking about placing a shipping container next to your house but unsure about the rules? We’ve gathered together some things that you need to know, whether you plan to use it as an office, shed, garage, extension, or storage space.
Are you hosting an outdoor event which needs top quality toilet and shower facilities? Or perhaps you’re managing a construction project and want to provide your team with on-site sanitary units they can use during work?
Is a converted shipping container a good option for a fast-food business? If our recent experience is anything to go by, then the answer seems to be a resounding ‘yes’!
Although it’s fair to say that every month is a busy time for the team here at Upminster Containers, both September and October 2024 turned out to be exceptionally busy!
It’s likely that you’ve seen shipping containers transformed into offices, micro-homes, pop-up shops and various other work and leisure spaces.
Protecting the planet is a big priority for us at Upminster Containers, and like all businesses, we are dedicated to introducing more environmentally-sustainable practices.
As tough and durable as shipping containers are, they can still experience damage as well as wear and tear. This can compromise their appearance and reduce the strength of the structure as well as the protection they provide for contents.
As 2025 approaches, perhaps you’ve decided that this is the year to take the plunge and finally launch that new business venture you’ve been thinking about.
