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Shipping Containers For Sale Reading

At Universal Containers, we bring over 40 years of experience in the shipping container industry to every project. Our team’s extensive expertise covers a wide range of container projects and conversions, ensuring that we deliver top-quality solutions tailored to your needs. With our comprehensive inventory of shipping containers, we’re confident that we have the perfect match for any requirement or bold idea. Whether you’re looking for simple storage solutions or customised modifications, you’ll find exactly what you need with us.

We deliver high-quality shipping containers directly to Reading from our base in Manchester. This strategic locations allows us to guarantee efficient logistics management and timely delivery to our customers in Reading and the surrounding areas.

Shipping Containers For Sale Reading

Reading, a vibrant cultural hub in the south of England, is best known for its iconic annual Reading Festival, attracting music lovers from around the world. Beyond its lively arts scene, Reading is home to charming shops, riverside restaurants, and a rich history that adds character to this thriving town.

In recent years, shipping containers have become an integral part of Reading’s urban landscape, repurposed in creative and innovative ways. From trendy street food vendors and boutique shops to cozy cafes, these versatile structures are redefining the town’s commercial spaces. Shipping containers are also playing a role in community-driven initiatives, such as providing affordable housing solutions for those in need, reflecting Reading’s forward-thinking and inclusive spirit.

New shipping containers in Reading

Our new shipping containers offer the ideal solution for a wide range of needs, including transportation, secure storage, and custom conversions. Constructed from premium Corten steel and adhering to ISO shipping standards, each container ensures superior durability and security.

Available in various sizes, our new containers cater to a number of different applications:

  • New 10ft Shipping Containers – Perfect for tight spaces, these compact 10ft containers are ideal for smaller storage requirements.
  • New 20ft Shipping Containers – Our most popular size, these versatile containers are suitable for storage, transport, and various customisation projects.
  • New 40ft Shipping Containers – Providing ample space for extensive storage, shipping, and complex conversions, our new 40ft containers are ideal for requirements on the larger side.

In addition to our standard sizes, we offer new containers in unique dimensions:

  • New 8ft Shipping Containers – Ideal for storing valuable equipment or fitting into tight spaces, these compact containers are perfect for smaller requirements.
  • New 9ft Shipping Containers – Offering more flexibility than the 8ft option, while still being space-efficient, these containers are great for varied storage solutions.
  • New 30ft Shipping Containers – Striking a balance between size and functionality, these mid-size containers are versatile for both storage and customisation projects.
  • New 45ft Shipping Containers – Our largest option, these 45ft containers are well-suited for extensive projects, whether for shipping, storage, or significant modifications.
Buy A New Shipping Container
Buy A New Shipping Container

Used shipping containers in Reading

Our used shipping containers provide a great solution for various needs, whether you’re planning a major conversion or seeking an immediate storage option. We offer a range of types, sizes, and conditions, allowing you to easily find the right container for your project. Each unit undergoes thorough inspection before delivery, ensuring high quality at a cost-effective price.

For compact urban spaces or secure storage of valuable items, our inventory includes 8ft, 9ft, and 10ft used containers. For larger storage requirements or modification projects, we have 20ft, 30ft, 40ft, and 45ft containers available. Regardless of your intended use, our used containers are meticulously graded and inspected to meet high standards of quality

Buy A Used Shipping Container
Buy A Used Shipping Container

Container customisation options in Reading

Shipping containers are highly adaptable, and we understand you might want to customise yours before it reaches your location in Reading. We offer a range of customisation services to tailor containers to your specific needs.

Whether you need to add windows and doors for a home office or create a specialist conversion for a retail unit, garden room, or studio, the possibilities are extensive. We can accommodate a wide variety of modifications to bring your vision to life.

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Why choose Universal Containers for your shipping container needs?

When you choose a shipping container from us, you can count on exceptional customer service and reliable quality. Our experienced team ensures that each container meets the highest standards of security and durability, making them ideal for transport, storage, and conversion projects.

Customised solutions

For our Reading customers and those around the rest of the UK, we provide tailored services that address the unique needs of each project. Our team takes the time to understand your requirements and bring your vision to life.

Fast and reliable services to Reading

Based centrally in Manchester, we ensure prompt and dependable delivery and setup services to Reading and throughout the UK. Our experienced logistics team is dedicated to delivering quick turnaround times and exceptional customer service.

Commitment to quality

At Universal Containers, quality is a top priority. We meticulously inspect and grade every container before delivery, ensuring that each unit meets the highest standards of structural integrity and durability.

Contact us

Ready to find the perfect shipping container in Reading? Contact our team today

You can also reach us by phone at 0161 775 3217, email us at sales@universal-containers.com, or visit us at our office at Wharfside Container Park, Irlam Wharf Road, Irlam, Manchester, M44 5FZ for a personal consultation.

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