Portsmouth is a busy island city where space is at a premium, so a shipping container is often the simplest way to gain secure storage. We deliver new, one-trip and used containers across Portsmouth and south Hampshire via the M27, A27 and A3(M).
Get a free quote or call us on +44 7457 421744.
Shipping containers for sale in Portsmouth
We supply a full range of containers to Portsmouth and Hampshire:
- New, one-trip and used shipping containers from 8ft to 45ft
- 10ft containers and 16ft storage containers for gardens and small sites
- 20ft containers and 40ft containers, including high cube and side-opening models
- Refrigerated containers for chilled and frozen storage
- Steel anti-vandal cabins, container offices and canteen units for sites
- Flat pack containers for sites with difficult access
Who uses containers in Portsmouth?
Marine businesses, boatyards and sailing clubs around Portsmouth Harbour and Langstone use containers to store equipment, sails and engines securely. Because steel containers are weatherproof and lockable, they cope well with coastal conditions when properly maintained.
Local trades, retailers and event organisers use 10ft and 20ft units for stock and equipment, while contractors on residential and regeneration schemes across the city use steel site cabins and container offices.
Container delivery to Portsmouth
We deliver throughout Portsmouth and nearby areas including Southsea, Cosham, Havant, Waterlooville, Fareham, Gosport and Chichester, with easy access via the M27, A27 and A3(M).
Containers are delivered by HIAB crane lorry or tilt-and-slide lorry, depending on your site. To make delivery go smoothly:
- Make sure a lorry can reach the drop-off point and has room to manoeuvre.
- Check for overhead cables or trees if a crane lorry is needed.
- Prepare firm, level ground. Sleepers, concrete pads or hardcore make a good base and keep the floor off damp ground.
- Leave enough space in front of the doors to open them fully.
Send us your postcode and a few details about access and we will confirm the best delivery method and a delivered price.
Planning permission in Portsmouth
Whether you need planning permission depends on where the container goes, what you use it for and how long it stays. If you are unsure, check with Portsmouth City Council before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
Is a shipping container suitable near the coast?
Yes. Containers are built to survive at sea. Keeping the paintwork in good condition and placing the container on level bases off the ground will help it last longer near salt air.
Can you deliver to tight streets in Portsmouth?
Many parts of the city have limited access. Send us your postcode and photos of the drop-off area and we will confirm the right size of lorry and container.
What size shipping container do I need?
A 10ft container suits garden and domestic storage, a 20ft container is the most popular all-rounder for homes and businesses, and a 40ft container gives the most space for large stock, machinery or commercial projects. If you are unsure, tell us what you want to store and we will recommend a size.
Should I buy a new or used container?
New (one-trip) containers have made a single sea voyage and look almost new. Used containers cost less and are still wind and watertight, making them ideal for storage. Read our guide to new vs used shipping containers for more detail.
Get a quote for a container in Portsmouth
Tell us the size, type and condition you need along with your postcode, and we will send you a quote including delivery. Request a quote or call +44 7457 421744.