Shipping Containers in Scotland

Shipping containers in Scotland have until recently, cost up to 30% more than the equivalent container in the rest of the UK, largely due to hefty transportation costs. The good news is that by using our new supplier depot in Glasgow, Containers Direct can now offer our clients north of the border shipping containers at prices comparable to the rest of the UK.

So whether it's shipping containers in Scotland you're looking for, storage containers or flat pack containers, Containers Direct can offer a wide range of products out of our Scottish depot, delivering to all areas of Scotland including Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee, Stirling, and even up to Aberdeen and Inverness!

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Shipping containers in Scotland for export

We have 20ft shipping containers and 40ft shipping containers, ISO certified and plated ready to be shipped. To fit all budgets, we sell varying grades that includes 'one trip' containers, which have only been used once as a means to export the container to the UK, and quality used, which are around 10 -15 years old, and come with a year's warranty.

Shipping containers in Scotland for storage

If you're not looking to export, but want a dry, secure, lockable shipping container in Scotland for storage, the choice is much wider, as strict ISO standards don't apply to containers for storage. We can provide containers in all sizes from our in-house depot in Liverpool, suitable for any purpose, from archived paperwork to building materials, with a wide range of optional extras to modify your container to perfectly suit your needs. Our most popular storage container sizes are the 10ft container and 15ft container, but all our storage containers are watertight with a 12 month warranty.

Using our conversion facilities

We are lucky to have our own conversion and new-build facilities on site in our main depot in Liverpool, which means we can supply shipping containers to our customers own specifications. Containers can be constructed or adapted for a multiple uses including pop-up catering units, exhibition stands and offices. Check out our Container Conversions page for more ideas.

40ft Pizza Express pod container - CS99053

Case study of the month

January 2026

40ft Pizza Express Pod - CS99053

The first of its kind, Containers Direct are excited to be at the forefront of the Pizza Express Pod project that aims to roll out 1,000 new pizzerias globally by 2030. Designed to cook and serve pizza in the car park at Tesco Express in Southampton, the "grab and go" pizza pod is based on our MenuBox® design - an open kitchen housed in a shipping container, fitted with a collection window. With another two pods that have since opened in Swansea and Waltham Cross, we're looking forward to continuing to supply more shipping containers to bring the UK proper pizza on the go.

Discover more of our shipping container conversions or explore the full project details below.

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Take a look at some of the most engaging work we have undertaken in recent years. With detailed pictures, step-by-step guides, and in-depth insights into many projects, our case studies cover a wide range of applications.

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Optional Extras

Ply lining interior panels – optional extra for containers

External cladding for shipping containers

Grafotherm anti-condensation coating for container roofs

Electrical installations and lighting for containers

Compressed door seals for improved weather protection

High-security padlock for container doors

Overview of all shipping container optional extras

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.

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"On the whole the experience was great and they deserve 5 star rating." Bishop Gore School
20th February 2026
order - a Used 20ft Container

"Thanks very much for a really efficient service. Would recommend your company to anyone. You did what it said on the tin!" Ian
20th February 2026
order - a Used 10ft Container

"Service was excellent from quote to delivery." Peter Stanaway
19th February 2026
order - a Used 15ft Container and a 4ft wide x 4ft long 3 Tonne Ramp

"All aspects of the procurement of the containers were professionally handled. From Neil and Hannah in the office to Andy who delivered the containers; the support and service were polite, efficient and very amenable to work with. Thank you." Bridgewater Community Healthcare
19th February 2026
order - two Used 20ft Containers

"First class service from our initial online enquiry (responded in minutes on a Friday afternoon!) through to confirmation of availability, transportation and delivery arrangements - a delightful refreshing change to deal with a company who actually communicates within hours and not days and everything as promised. Full marks to all concerned. Thank you." JSL Water Systems Ltd
19th February 2026
order - a New 'Once-Used' 20ft Container

"The team who completed the installation were excellent. Helpful, friendly and concerned to provide good service in the exact location required and requested." Simon Smith - Benchmark GM Ltd
18th February 2026
order - two Joined Used 20ft Containers

Committed to Quality

We are ISOQAR Approved and certified to ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems, demonstrating our commitment to excellence. We are also members of MakeUK, who champion British manufacturing, and the Container Self Storage and Traders Association (CSTA), representing global operators and innovators. In addition, we are registered members of JOSCAR, the Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register.