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Shipping containers are a convenient and portable alternative to traditional retail warehousing. Designed to keep cargo safe during turbulent ocean journeys, shipping containers are a reliably weatherproof storage solution for seasonal signage, displays, or surplus stock. When placed right outside your retail store, they eliminate the need to travel to and from a centralized storage center.
Thousands of happy customers have chosen Boxhub as their container supplier of choice.
Benefits of Using Shipping Containers for Retail
Shipping containers can be customized and modified for a variety of retail use-cases. Popular modifications for retail shipping containers include ventilation, climate control systems, shelving, and lighting. These customizations ensure the container is perfectly suited to your retail store's specific storage or storefront needs.
Absolutely! Repurposing a shipping container as a pop-up shop or permanent storefront is a much cheaper alternative to traditional construction. What's more, by purchasing a shipping container and converting it into a retail space, you can avoid the hefty overhead associated with brick-and-mortar retail space (rent, utilities, etc.).
Yes, the mobility of shipping containers allows for easy relocation, making it ideal for pop-up shops, brand activations, and temporary retail spaces.
Regulations and permit requirements for container stores may vary by location. Check with your local authority before embarking on your retail container project to ensure compliance with zoning laws, building codes, and other relevant regulations.
Shipping containers are designed to protect consumer goods from weather and theft. As such, all standard 40ft and 20ft shipping containers are made of durable materials that are difficult to break into.
To further deter shoplifters and vandals from damaging your container, we recommend using a security lock on the entrance (along with any additional doors) of your shipping container when it’s not actively in use. For enhanced protection, consider adding a shipping container lock box to prevent tampering.
Yes, some shipping containers can be stacked to create a multi-story retail storage space — a great option for maximizing your retail storage capacity with a minimal footprint.
For stacking projects, we recommend purchasing new "one-trip" containers, as used containers may no longer be safe for stacking. To learn more, check out this guide on how to stack shipping containers properly.
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