Trusted Storage Partner: How a Global Manufacturer Secured Operations with Flexible Shipping Container Rentals

Jane Billing on January 13, 2026

From Shipping Container Rentals to Purchases – Why a Global Manufacturer Chose Billie Box Storage Pressures During Expansion We’ve been working with a large, international manufacturing business with historic roots in Ipswich, Suffolk. During a period of major expansion, the company faced critical storage shortages and growing pressure to handle seasonal fluctuations in manufacturing. To …

Scaling Storage for Seasonal Growth: How a Garden Centre Solved Space Shortages with Shipping Containers

Jane on November 26, 2025

Storage Struggles at a Growing Garden Centre A large and popular independent garden centre based in Swansea was facing a recurring challenge: garden furniture imported from China was arriving in bulk, and once the original shipping containers were emptied, they couldn’t be retained for use on-site. The business needed a secure, lockable, and watertight solution …

Your Site Was Robbed – Could a Shipping Container Have Prevented It?

Jane on September 2, 2025

Have you recently had a break-in at your site? Is it time to consider more secure storage solutions? A shipping container may be a great investment to help prevent further theft and ensure your peace of mind. In this blog, we will discuss the pros and cons of using a shipping container to boost your …

Guide to Lead Times for Shipping Containers

Jane on August 6, 2025

One of the first questions we are asked is, ‘How soon can I have my container delivered?’ – and rightly so! There are several factors that will affect the timing of a shipping container delivery, including the availability of shipping containers, the weather, site access, and many more, all of which will be discussed in …

Fram Farmers Mowness Hall Trials Day

Jane on June 11, 2025

We are proud suppliers to the Farm membership group Fram Farmers. This group is one of the biggest farm buying groups in the UK They are holding a ‘Trials Day’ for their members on Tuesday, 24th June 2025 from 9am. We shall be there with our Chemical storage container. Join us for the Fram Farmers, …

How to Prevent and Manage Condensation in Your Shipping Container

Jane on March 4, 2025

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 …

Shipping Container Locking Systems: What you need to know

Jane on February 13, 2025

Containers are used for various purposes such as storage, shipping and site-based applications and as such security is extremely important. This is where the lockbox and padlock come in. What Is a Lockbox on a Shipping Container? A lockbox is a steel shroud section that is welded to the plate where the container doors join. …

Is it possible to put a container in your garden?

Jane on January 20, 2025

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 …

Why 10ft Shipping Containers Are Rare and Costly: What You Need to Know

Jane on December 5, 2024

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 …

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