Shipping Containers in Manchester
Containers Direct have been supplying shipping containers in Manchester for over 20 years, with our own dedicated hiab delivery service.
Based in the North West Containers Direct are able to source shipping containers directly from Garston Docks to deliver to Manchester and the North West. Local supplies means local transportation rates, so you'll find it's not just our container prices that are unbeatable, but our delivery charges too. From standard 20ft shipping containers and 40ft shipping containers to neat little 10ft storage containers, we sell all sizes, both new and used. If you are looking for a shipping container, or maybe a new build container, we convert and build these for a wide range of applications on our own local premises.
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A wide range of sizes
The dimensions of our shipping containers in Manchester cater for a multitude of requirements, available from as small as 6ft in length, although the best value containers to buy are the standard ISO manufactured lengths of 20ft and 40ft. The standard external width of a shipping container is 8ft but we do have some pallet wides available with an internal width of 8ft, and our high cube containers give an additional foot of head height, standing at 9'6".
Shipping containers for storage
As well a being one of the major suppliers of shipping containers in the North West, we also supply a range of quality steel storage containers, which can either be purchased in their original form, or modified for storage. These are great value for money and most come with a 12 month warranty - Containers Direct Terms and Conditions of Business. They are ideal for many uses, including:
- A secure site store for building materials
- School site storage
- Garden/allotment storage
- Furniture and household goods
- Club equipment
- Archive storage
- Agricultural stores
- Bikes and other outdoor activity equipment
Containers for Shipping
We sell shipping containers in Manchester suitable for shipping purposes. These are either 20ft shipping containers or 40ft shipping containers, 8ft wide with a height of 8ft6 or 9ft6 high. Containers suitable for shipping will have a valid CSC plate for shipping and will be cargo worthy, two major requirements for shipping.Take advantage of our conversion facilties
Case study of the month
June 2026
35ftx10ft extra-wide office
Most businesses need office space and the solution isn't always bricks and mortar in an urban location. For example, this case study highlights an office we built for a business in technical construction that operates from farmland in Hampshire. Serving hospitals, laboratories, dentists and vets with medical gas pipelines, an on-site office is an essential part of operating a business. Our standard ModiBox® portable offices are constructed from standard 8ft wide shipping containers, but when our clients require extra-width inside their office we can either use the joined-up containers method, or as seen here, build a brand new 10ft wide container. At 35ft long with a wood cladding and featuring a sloping roof, this is an impressive office!
Discover more of our shipping container conversions or explore the full project details below.
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.
A Range of Optional Extras
- Side Doors - Side doors provide convenient access to both ends of your container, making them ideal for storage.
- Personnel Doors - steel personnel doors are suitable for frequent pedestrian use incorporating multi deadlocks and offering high levels of security.
- Cladding - Make your container beautiful! We offer three different standard cladding options; Rustic, Clean Cut and Shiplap.
- Roller Shutter Doors- Made from galvanised steel, 8ft wide roller shutter doors come with either manual or electric operation.
- Ply Lining- Ply lined and insulated shipping containers provide all round protection against condensation to keep your items safe from water damage.
- Electrics- If you require lighting, heating, or sockets for your container, we've got the power! We offer two standard options of electrical installations.
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PS - we don't just sell shipping containers!
A range of other quality steel buidlings and units are also available in addition to our shipping containers in Manchester. We sell new and reconditioned anti vandal site offices, portable toilets and steel self assembly containers at competitive prices.
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.
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.
