As a container company, one of the most common questions we are asked is, “How much does it cost to ship a container, and can I use my own container to ship goods abroad?” The answer is yes, you can use your own shipping container to ship goods abroad, but there are some important things …
The Suffolk Wildlife Trust is a local charity that is dedicated to safeguarding Suffolk’s wildlife and countryside. They manage nature reserves in the county, protecting wildlife and plants for future generations. Billie Box Ltd supports the Suffolk Wildlife Trust and has very kindly given Clare a day release per month in order to volunteer and help …
We have been sponsoring Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club (FFSC) for many years now and this year is just like any other. This has been a long-term commitment. We see that FFSC gives so much joy to the local community and we want to support that by helping promote sailing and watersports. Why Supporting FFSC matters …
One of the main problems when using shipping containers for storage is condensation. It is a very common concern, especially in certain climates, and needs to be addressed quite quickly to prevent any damage to the goods stored inside; soft furnishings in particular are susceptible to mould due to condensation. What Causes Condensation in Shipping …
Billie Box is committed to responsible business practices. Part of this commitment is that we are now Bronze members of the Suffolk Wildlife Trust (SWT). Our company’s values are important to us and improve the way we do business. We want our customers to know that we are proactively working towards a better world. Our …
Supporting the Moonlight Ball 2025: How We’re Giving Back to Our Community Why Community Matters to Us Our Community Love initiative is a way of giving back to the local community. We have been supporting many local charities and clubs across the county of Suffolk for over 13 years. We are not just about shipping …
Containers are extremely versatile and can be converted for numerous purposes and in different layouts, from chemical stores, offices, canteens and workshops to exhibition units and even housing, with the correct guidance. This guide will take you through the process and provide you with inspiration for your own container conversion. Where to start It is …
This is a very common question. Will I have enough room? Do I need planning permission? Is the ground suitable to support a container? What would I use it for? Do I have the necessary access to site a container? These are some of the questions we will address in the following article. Containers come …
We are often asked to supply a 10ft shipping container by those who simply do not have the space for a larger container. Sadly 10ft shipping containers are not a standard size. The cost of producing a new or used 10ft shipping container works out to be a lot more expensive than a new or …
What Is a Once Used Shipping Container? A ‘Once used’ or ‘One trip’ container is a shipping container that has been manufactured in China and shipped with one cargo over to a particular country, in our case the UK. Both terms ‘Once used’ and ‘One trip’ mean the same. The shipping container is shipped this …
