Used Shipping Containers
Why Choose Second Hand?
Good quality second hand shipping containers are financially and environmentally prudent.
The disposal of a large amount of steel is not eco friendly, and the savings you can make reusing one are substantial. As shipping containers are built to be durable, withstanding numerous journeys across seas, often stacked up to eight high, they have a useful lifespan of around twenty years, so buying second hand is still a worthwhile economic investment. Many used shipping containers will go on to be used as dry land storage containers, but there is a fast growing trend to us them as the building blocks for shipping container conversion projects. Second hand shipping containers make excellent storage units as they are portable, secure and watertight.
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Our choice of upgrades can be used to adapt your container to make it fit for your particular purpose. For instance, wood cladding can help with planning permission requirements. Whether it's a steel ramp, ply lining or doors in the side, our range of modifications to second hand containers are carried out by our own skilled, in-house workforce and are offered at prices that reflect our commitment to giving our clients the best deals. When you buy a refurbished steel container from Containers Direct, you can be assured of quality and value by our 12 month guarantee.
Second hand shipping containers for conversion
Second hand shipping containers are an ideal base for shipping container conversions. At Containers Direct our dedicated conversion service has worked on everything from chemical stores to offices and classrooms, and everything in between. For example popular pop up shops and cafes can be created with the addition of a serving hatch (we offer three designs), melamine lining inside and vinyl flooring. We can even fit worktops and cabinets. Pop up shops can be fitted with patio style doors to entice customers inside. For conversions requiring larger areas of space widthwise we can join shipping containers together. This type of conversion is especially popular with containers converted into garages. Explore some of our conversion work below.
Certified second hand ISO containers
CSC Plated for Shipping
Containers Direct also stock second hand shipping containers which have been passed as fit for shipping. You will find these containers described as ISO containers, or as having a CSC plate. Without one of these your container won't be accepted as cargo by shipping lines, so we recommend you check this carefully before purchase. The sales team at Containers Direct are able to assist you in making a suitable choice.
Flat pack containers for value
Once-Used Shipping Containers
We also offer once-used shipping containers, also referred to as new shipping containers where a superior external aesthetic is required or where you want to ensure many years of hassle free use. Shipping containers can last up to 20 years, so purchasing a new container can be desirable where you want to maximise the lifespan of the unit.
New Build Containers
Our New Build Containers are our solution when an 8ft width is too much or too little. We are one of the leading manufacturers of new build shipping containers which can be used as large offices, classrooms or garages. We can also build to your own measurements where you have a specific amount of space you need to fit a unit into.
Shipping container delivery
Testimonials
As a long established and reputable shipping container company, we want to instil confidence in our customers that we can deliver on our promises, and provide high quality products and service.But don't just take our word for it, see for yourself what our past and present clients have to say about Containers Direct.
"I found your team very easy to deal with, and that they were prompt and responsive to any queries. Both Cory and Hannah were a pleasure and very professional, well done to both the sales and transport teams."Parish CE Primary School
7th January 2025
order - a 'Once-Used' 20ft Container
"An excellent service all round and the perfect workshop for our school's caretaker!"Harewood Junior School
6th January 2025
order - a 'Once-Used' 20ft Container
"I nearly got scammed by someone else trying to sell me a shipping container. However, the information on the website regarding delivery, siting of the container and the excellent response from the sales staff gave me a lot of confidence. I was also particularly pleased with the delivery driver who took his time to assess where the container was to be placed and to ensure that I was happy with it as well. The access to my site is not easy but the driver was excellent. Thank you very much."Lindsay Muir
24th December 2024
order - a used 15ft Clearance Container
"Thank you to all in sales and transport for a smooth transaction, communication was excellent. We would strongly recommend any one in our area who is looking for a container. Thank you very much and best of luck in 2025."John Seymour - Gosport and District Angling Club
21st December 2024
order - a used 15ft Container
"Reliable with easy communication . Very impressed with efficiency."Giles Tedstone Ltd
20th December 2024
order - a 'once-used' 20ft Container
"Overall very pleased with everything."Kevin Williams, Parklands Services NW Ltd
9th December 2024
order - a used 10ft Container
Committed to Quality
We are ISOQAR Approved; certified to the ISO standard relating to Quality Management Systems, demonstrating our Company's commitment to quality. We are also members of MakeUK who champion and celebrate British manufacturing and manufacturers, and member of the Container Self Storage and Traders Association; an international organisation representing the interests of Container Self-Storage Operators, Traders and Innovators.
ISO Cert No. 13586-QNS-001
ISO 9001:2015
