What is a once used/one trip shipping containers?
Last Updated on January 30, 2025
One trip shipping containers are containers that has been built in China and used for one cargo to get it to the UK (in our case). They are perfect as a site storage container.
The one trip shipping containers are sold as ‘New’ with a slight dent(s) and the odd scratch(s). Many customers prefer the one trip shipping container because they are usually clean, tidy and very straight.
Self storage sites take the one trip shipping containers to offer storage facilities. The clean and tidy appearance is usually a good selling point to their clients.
We recommend you use a one trip shipping container for any conversion work. The straight panels and doors ensure the conversion work is carried out with precision.
New, one trip shipping containers come into the UK in green, blue, white or grey, although the majority are green or blue. The interior colours are usually a very light grey, giving you maximum light.
During the time you use your container you will need to maintain it. The roofs, door hinges and door seals are generally the parts that need more attention. If the one trip shipping container starts to leak, then you can fill the holes with various products to ensure it is watertight again.
With a one trip shipping container, they don’t tend to deterioate, if they not being used for further shipping. Unlike the second hand shipping containers,
Standard one trip shipping container sizes are 20ft and 40ft long x 8ft wide. See here for dimensions.
Always make sure your one trip shipping container is sitting level.
When buying from us at Billie Box, rest assured we have the expertise and service to assist you with your requirements.
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Please see below photo examples of a one trip shipping containers
