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Snack shack for a school

We were approached by a local school, looking for a container conversion. They called it a ‘Snack shack’. In effect their ‘Tuck shop’ The school had an old portable cabin unit that was fitted with a serving hatch, cooker, water, lighting and electrics. This worked well for many years until it started to deteriorate so …

Hospital site accommodation units

We were asked by a local hospital to provide several accommodation and storage units, earlier in the year. Many hospitals find themselves short on storage space, especially during surges in demand or during redevelopment phases. Most hospitals have occupied the sites they are on for many years, so in many cases, it may appear that …

RAAC in schools & the shipping containers solution

RAAC has been a big issue in the national news. Many municipal buildings in England were built with RAAC (reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete), and it has become apparent that using this type of concrete may affect the safety and longevity of buildings. The problem – RAAC in schools Days before the school year started, many …

Charity & Sponsorship 2023

We at Billie Box pride ourselves on how we try to support the local community. We want to give something back, so with this in mind, we are support the following charities. Home-Start Suffolk The Moonlight Ball raised a whopping £30K for local families in need in Suffolk. Well done to all the team Home-Start …

How many containers fit on a ship?

It’ll come as no surprise to learn that shipping containers arrive by way of – you guessed it – ships! It’ll probably be no less of a surprise to discover that we are regularly asked, and Google is regularly asked, “Just how many containers fit on a ship?” If you were expecting a straightforward answer, …

FAQ: Can you deliver my container over grass or a field?

The answer to this is simply: No. Our vehicles are extremely heavy as they are fitted with a crane that is suitable to carry and lift an empty shipping container. The 20ft containers are delivered on a vehicle known as an ‘8 Wheeler’ which weighs in the region of 24.25T (including the weight of an …

Moonlight Ball 2023 for Home-Start Suffolk

We are pleased to announce that Billie Box will be part of the Gold Sponsorship program for the Moonlight Ball 2023 in aid of Home-Start Suffolk. Home-Start in Suffolk are hosting their sixth fundraising Ball on Friday 19th May 23 at The Hangar, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall near Ipswich (Buy your tickets here). The Moonlight Ball is their …

Shipping Containers: a buyer’s guide

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, …

Billie Box is exhibiting at Saltex Nov-22

Billie Box will be attending Saltex 22 at the NEC, stand number J184. The team will be on hand to discuss your storage and container conversion requirements. Billie Box has been selling and renting shipping containers for over 10 years. Jane Billing started up the company in 2012. Matt Boyle (Jane’s partner) joined Jane in …

Sponsorship for FFSC 2022/23

Billie Box are delighted to announce that they are sponsoring the following in 2022/23: Youth sailing at Felixstowe Ferry Billie Box are proud to sponsor Youth Sailing at Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club for another year. For more information about Youth Sailing, have a look at the FFSC website. FFSC Safety boat called Carl Giles We …

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