Solving Storage Pressure for a Global Footwear Brand We were contacted by a large, multi-million-pound international footwear brand with UK operations. The company was under growing pressure due to limited storage space caused by increased manufacturing activity and imported stock. One option was to build a new warehouse, but the brand chose instead to rent …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Second-hand shipping containers can be 12-15 years old and sometimes older. These are perfect to use as a secure site store. Remember that shipping containers are used for shipping and are built of Cor-ten steel (high tensile steel). They will have been moved around by road and sea transporters, loaders, docks and container depots. The …
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 …
How Does Shipping Container Delivery Work? Having a shipping container delivered safely and efficiently is paramount. The delivery process is simple and straightforward for professional and experienced drivers like ours. We have been selling and renting shipping containers with delivery to your door for over 12 years. We are proud to have found a number …
Celebrating 12 Years of Trust and Excellence We here at Billie Box are celebrating 12 years of trading, offering our customers shipping container sales, hire and conversion with delivery to your door. This milestone is time for reflection and gratitude. We are so grateful for our customers, suppliers and staff support. Without this support we …
Introduction Container lighting is a must when using your shipping container. As an owner of a shipping container, you need to be sure that your staff/employees are able to use the container safely. Lighting affects not only functionality but also safety and security. Here we will guide you through important considerations when it comes to …
