Category: Shipping Containers

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Shipping Containers: a buyer’s guide

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Shipping containers are like a Swiss army knife, with a range of opportunities and possibilities they give you for storage. All you have to do is be creative! Why are shipping containers so perfect for storing your belongings? They are weatherproof and theft-proof, so you will never worry about sleeping with one eye open. Moreover, the container padlock is there for extra security. The sky is the limit with shipping containers. You can increase the options for physical retail space locations or simply have weatherproof and watertight protection for items for long-term secure storage. “Okay, I’ll just go ahead…

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The largest container ship in the world

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The Evergreen Ever Ace is currently the largest shipping container in the world. But how much do you know about this amazing ship? In this article, we’re going to share some interesting facts about the Ever Ace, and the container shipping industry as a whole. Why are container ships so important for global trade? Container ships are used to move cargo around the world. Because most goods are transported in shipping containers, the ships that move transport them between countries have to be large. A container ship can carry tens of thousands of containers at any one time. The…

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Utility Pole & Floodlight

Here at Billie Box, we are always on the lookout for new ways of making your life easier, so when we come across a product that does just that we want to tell you all about it! Introducing the Utility pole and Floodlight, a great addition to your shipping container. It’s perfect for those dark nights when you need to see what you are doing outside your container. The Floodlight is powered by the solar panel on the top so no need to worry about plugging it in, and is 8W of power which will give you plenty of…

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Everything you need to know about the current shipping container stock shortage

At Billie Box, we believe in being transparent above all else. This means that there are times when we have to report on situations that we realise aren’t ideal, but that our customers have a right to be fully informed on. It is for this reason that we wanted to put together a short piece to explain the current climate in the shipping container industry to provide the kind of clarity that customers need when making decisions. With factories in China reduced the rate of production on shipping containers there is currently a noticeable shortage of availability. As well…

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Shipping Containers Simplified

Shipping Containers can be a confusing topic. At least on first glance it certainly appears so. If you find yourself in the position where you need to buy a shipping container there are likely a lot of questions swirling around your head. Are all shipping containers made the same way? How are shipping containers delivered to site? How soon can I get a container? What size options are available? Do all containers open the same way? These are just a few of the questions we know first time buyers of shipping containers ask themselves. We make buying shipping containers…

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Cheap shipping containers: What to watch out for

Cheap shipping containers: What to watch out for There are many companies offering ‘cheap shipping containers’ these days. These companies often have professional-looking websites, ‘five star reviews’ and an all-round legitimate appearance. However, their use of the word ‘cheap’ should send alarm bells ringing. There is a reason why companies offering certain goods and services can do so for a very low price: they often compromise on quality and service. When it comes to buying a shipping container – whether it’s for the storage of commercial or personal goods, for converting into an office or canteen, or for a…

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Rent a shipping container with a simple phone call

Rent a shipping container with a simple phone call Did you know that it’s actually very easy to hire a container from Billie Box? If you’ve never hired one before, or you’ve had trouble in the past, you might be unsure about future container hire. We’re here to show you how renting a container from Billie Box can be accomplished with a few simple steps, starting with a phone call. Reasons to rent a shipping container Are you renovating your home? Require storage space for your business? Hosting an event such as a festival or market? Whatever the reason,…

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Coronavirus and the Container Industry

20ft new Shipping container

Coronavirus is affecting the UK in many ways. The market for shipping containers is not immune to the effect Coronavirus is having on the country. If you have read our article about buying new containers, you will know that our new containers are manufactured in China. The Coronavirus was originally discovered in China in January 2020. In February 2020 there were around 800,000 shipping containers sitting on Shanghai quay waiting to be loaded onto the ships. Due to the lack of workforce in Shanghai the ship loading has been severely delayed. This significant downturn has resulted in a much…

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Why it’s important to buy a container from a reputable source

Shipping Container on transport

When we purchase an item such as a computer or a television, it’s a common habit to make sure that the retailer is reputable, especially if buying online, as you’ll likely be unable to inspect an item before you buy. After all, these are expensive products to replace if they break, or worse, never arrive from the website from which they were ordered. When it comes to buying a container for your business or home, this caution should be no different.  However, recent reports of ‘companies’ carrying out unlawful transactions indicate that consumers are being fooled into parting with…

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How to buy a shipping container

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Many people ask ‘How do I buy a shipping container’? Well, Billie Box can help you with that. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RecrX7bLVEw First of all you need to find a friendly container company like Billie Box that will give a you a quote in a timely manner. Billie Box will ask you for the following information: What size shipping container would you like? 10ft, 20ft or 40ft Would you like to buy or hire? If you would like to buy, would you like New or Used? By the way we sell 20ft and 40ft in new or used condition and 10ft in new…

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