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.

20ft cladded garden room built from a used shipping container

Case Study of the Month

March 2025

20ft Cladded Garden Room – CS54207

It's hard to believe this building started out as a used 20ft shipping container! With patio-style doors, interior wood lining, and exterior cladding, it's both stylish and functional. Designed as a split-space layout for storage and leisure, this build shows how a container can transform into a modern garden room or workspace.

See more of our completed conversions — detailed photos, step-by-step build notes, and inspiration for your own project.

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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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"Excellent service and delivery was great."MSL Property Care Services Ltd
1st October 2025
order - a Used 16ft Container

"I'd just like to say what a pleasure it has been to deal with Containers Direct. Clear, concise information and delivery details all without any hitch. Also the haulage company and driver; called me an hour before delivery, arrived bang on time, unloaded and installed within an hour. Excellent service all round."Keyworth Rugby Football Club Limited
1at October 2025
order - a Once-Used 20ft SD201 Side Door Container and a 'Once-Used' 8ft Container

"I was very impressed with the level of service, clear communication throughout. From sales to delivery the service was spot on! Thank you!"Ben Snape - Hall and Kay
24th September 2025
order - two New 'Once-Used' 20ft Containers

"Easy process from start to finish. The delivery driver was very friendly and skilled. All in all a pleasure to deal with."H&C Whitehead LTD
14th September 2025
order - a Used 10ft Container

"The gentleman delivering the item was helpful, knowledgeable and professional."Storm Group
5th September 2025
order - a 4.3m Flat Pack Office Container

"Delivery driver was very good at their job and was very pleasant to everyone on site."Concept Building Services
29th August 2025
order - a Used 10ft Container

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.