Shipping Containers

Shipping containers for hire

Trusted by businesses in every sector, our high-quality, secure shipping containers are used across construction, retail, logistics, and more — from temporary storage to international transport. With local delivery and decades of expertise, we make container hire simple. From one container to hundreds, we deliver reliable solutions customised for your business needs.
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    Unbeatable choice of containers

    Small to large containers. Plus, portable offices, offshore containers and more.
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Shipping Containers

Key features

  • Valid CSC plates
    Valid CSC plates
  • Fully air vented
    Fully air vented
  • Wind and watertight
    Wind and watertight
  • Eco-friendly bamboo flooring
    Eco-friendly bamboo flooring
  • Multiple lashing points
    Multiple lashing points
  • Can be used internationally
    Can be used internationally
Shipping Containers

Specifications

6ft
8ft
10ft
20ft
40ft
6ft Shipping Containers For Hire

Colours

Want your containers to really fit in? Check all available colours here (some always in stock, others to order).

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Certificates

  • ISO Certification 9001
  • ISO Certification 14001 TITAN Containers
  • CE Certification TITAN Containers
  • HACCP Certificate
  • Good Distribution Practice Certificate
  • CSTA

External dimensions

  • Length
    1.98m
    6.5ft
  • Width
    1.95m
    6.4ft
  • Height
    1.91m
    6.3ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

Internal dimensions

  • Length
    1.80m
    5.9ft
  • Width
    1.86m
    6.1ft
  • Height
    1.73m
    5.7ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

8ft Shipping Containers For Hire

Colours

Want your containers to really fit in? Check all available colours here (some always in stock, others to order).

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Certificates

  • ISO Certification 9001
  • ISO Certification 14001 TITAN Containers
  • CE Certification TITAN Containers
  • HACCP Certificate
  • Good Distribution Practice Certificate
  • CSTA

Weight & capacity

  • Tare weight
    950kg
    2,094.4lb
  • Floor area
    4.81m²
    51.8ft²
  • Capacity
    9.82m³
    346.8ft³
  • Standard Euro pallets 3

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

External dimensions

  • Length
    2.44m
    8ft
  • Width
    2.20m
    7.2ft
  • Height
    2.26m
    7.4ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

Internal dimensions

  • Length
    2.28m
    7.5ft
  • Width
    2.11m
    6.9ft
  • Height
    2.05m
    6.7ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

10ft Shipping Container for Hire in the UK

Colours

Want your containers to really fit in? Check all available colours here (some always in stock, others to order).

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Certificates

  • ISO Certification 9001
  • ISO Certification 14001 TITAN Containers
  • CE Certification TITAN Containers
  • HACCP Certificate
  • Good Distribution Practice Certificate
  • CSTA

Weight & capacity

  • Tare weight
    1,300kg
    2,866lb
  • Floor area
    6.48m²
    69.8ft²
  • Capacity
    15.80m³
    558ft³
  • Standard Euro pallets 5

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

External dimensions

  • Length
    2.99m
    10ft
  • Width
    2.44m
    8ft
  • Height
    2.60m
    8.6ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

Internal dimensions

  • Length
    2.83m
    9.3ft
  • Width
    2.29m
    7.5ft
  • Height
    2.38m
    7.8ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

20ft Shipping Containers for Hire

Colours

Want your containers to really fit in? Check all available colours here (some always in stock, others to order).

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Certificates

  • ISO Certification 9001
  • ISO Certification 14001 TITAN Containers
  • CE Certification TITAN Containers
  • HACCP Certificate
  • Good Distribution Practice Certificate
  • CSTA

Weight & capacity

  • Tare weight
    2,150kg
    4,739.9lb
  • Floor area
    13.51m²
    145.4ft²
  • Capacity
    32.70m³
    1,154.8ft³
  • Standard Euro pallets 11

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

External dimensions

  • Length
    6.06m
    20ft
  • Width
    2.44m
    8ft
  • Height
    2.60m
    8.6ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

Internal dimensions

  • Length
    5.90m
    19.5ft
  • Width
    2.29m
    7.5ft
  • Height
    2.38m
    7.8ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

40ft Shipping Container for Hire and Sale

Colours

Want your containers to really fit in? Check all available colours here (some always in stock, others to order).

Light blueBlueDark blueGreenRedWhiteLight greyBlack greyBlack

Certificates

  • ISO Certification 9001
  • ISO Certification 14001 TITAN Containers
  • CE Certification TITAN Containers
  • HACCP Certificate
  • Good Distribution Practice Certificate
  • CSTA

Weight & capacity

  • Tare weight
    3,740kg
    8,245.3lb
  • Floor area
    27.52m²
    296.2ft²
  • Capacity
    66.40m³
    2,344.9ft³
  • Standard Euro pallets 25

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

External dimensions

  • Length
    12.19m
    40ft
  • Width
    2.44m
    8ft
  • Height
    2.60m
    8.6ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

Internal dimensions

  • Length
    12.02m
    39.4ft
  • Width
    2.29m
    7.5ft
  • Height
    2.38m
    7.8ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

Shipping Containers For Hire
Shipping container rental

Rent a shipping container for storing or transporting goods

TITAN shipping containers are designed to do one thing really well: protect your goods, whether in storage or transit. Built to keep wind and rain out, they ensure your products stay safe 24/7 — whether you need secure temporary or long-term storage or reliable transport locally or internationally.

Wide range of sizes available

Available in sizes from 6ft to 40ft (with the 20-foot container being our most popular), our shipping containers are made of high-quality, durable steel and built to last. With thousands of containers ready for delivery from TITAN Containers’ multiple container depots, we can supply from one container to hundreds, tailored to your business needs.

Our containers serve a wide range of sectors — from construction and retail to logistics and more — and are purpose-built for both secure storage and safe transport, anywhere you need.

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Shipping Containers

Our shipping containers in detail

  • Wind and waterproof to keep your goods safe and dry
  • Multiple colour choices available – plus we can order in if we don’t have yours in stock
  • Can be stacked up to 7 units high
  • Delivered pre-cleaned and ready to go
  • Supplied with eco-friendly bamboo flooring
  • Secure doors with 4 locking bars (larger models)
  • Fitted lockbox (most models)
  • Fully air vented
  • Suitable for use on multiple types of storage and transport

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Shipping Container Rentals

Why rent your shipping container from TITAN UK?

  • Over 35 years of expertise – TITAN Containers has been in the container business since 1987 and now has one of the widest selections of shipping containers to hire in the country.
  • Highly-competitive prices – we’re here to find the shipping container solution for you at a great price. Our global network gives us economies of scale that enable us to pass on savings to you.
  • Excellent customer service – our high Trustpilot score speaks volumes! Our friendly staff are here for all your shipping container rental enquiries.
  • Wide selection of accessories – from ramps to locks and even electrical installation work. Get everything you need in one go!
  • Total flexibility – most businesses and private renters need a container for a definite period. Why buy when you can rent?

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How can we help you today?

We value your business and are here to provide quick and hassle-free support for any inquiries or concerns. Get in touch with us by phone for immediate live assistance – or send us an email. We’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

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Shipping containers for sale

While rental is a popular choice, we also offer a range of containers for sale if you’re considering a long-term solution. Browse through our selection of containers, including new and used units, to find the right fit for your needs. You can explore all our options for buying shipping containers, from standard units to specialised models like the side opening shipping container or our open-top containers.

For more information on buying containers, check out our shipping containers for sale page to see what options are currently available.

Additional services and accessories

TITAN also provides a variety of accessories to enhance your container hire experience. From locking mechanisms for added security to shelving and lighting for improved organisation, we have solutions to meet your needs.

For clients requiring temperature-sensitive storage, we offer cold storage containers in 10ft, 20ft, and 40ft sizes. These refrigerated units are perfect for industries like food service, pharmaceuticals, and events, keeping your goods at the ideal temperature.

Ready to hire a shipping container?

Renting a container from TITAN Containers is easy. Our knowledgeable team is here to help you choose the right option, whether you’re looking for a standard cargo container or something more specialised. Contact us today for a free quote or to learn more about our shipping container hire options. With depots across the UK, including London, Manchester, and Birmingham, TITAN Containers is your local partner for secure, dependable, and flexible container rental.

For more details, explore our website or reach out to our team to discover how TITAN Containers can support your storage and transportation needs.

How our uk-wide depots drive down shipping container rental costs

Using a shipping container hire company with a single depot in Birmingham won’t be cost-effective for a client in Scotland or Ireland (or anyone beyond Birmingham, to be honest). That’s why we have built up a network of 20+ depots across the UK and Ireland.

Shipping containers are big, bulky items. The longer your delivery driver is on the road, the higher the total cost will be. We have strategically created delivery depots in Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland, the North West, the North East, the Midlands, the South East and the South West – with all major cities such as London, Belfast, Manchester and Edinburgh easily covered.

It means your delivery costs when hiring a shipping container will be as low as they can be – and also enables us to offer you a truly local service, even though we’re a global company. We typically deliver using Hiab vehicles, though this can change. To be well prepared for our arrival, please read our delivery guide.

One last tip to keep costs down even further: go with the flow! While we’re happy to meet specific requests of every kind, the cheapest option for you will always be to rent a standard container that we have in stock at your local depot.

When only a precise model or even a bespoke container will do, we’ll move mountains to get it for you. But if you don’t care about the colour and are flexible on size, then ask us what’s available today at a great price. You won’t be disappointed!

One-Way deliveries

TITAN is a global company – which is great news if you’re renting a shipping container to transport goods one way and have no need to bring the container back.

Much like when renting a car from Paris and dropping it off in Nice when flying home at the end of a holiday, you can book one-way rentals from us to multiple destinations all over the world – as far away as Australia.

Your rental fee will be priced from the time you take collection of your shipping container to the time it is returned to one of our depots overseas.

For more information about our many fantastic shipping and storage solutions, please check out our container FAQs.

FAQs about shipping containers

What is a shipping container?

A shipping container is a large rectangular box made from toughened steel. Designed for international shipping, they are commonly seen stacked on cargo vessels worldwide.

With a set of lockable double doors at one end, they are widely available in 20ft and 40ft lengths, though other sizes are available. Specialist shipping containers exist, too, such as open-top containers, which have no roof, and side door containers, which have an extra set of doors that fully open along one side.

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Container for hire

Discover our fantastic containers for hire

Shipping Container For Hire
Shipping Containers

Perfect for temporary or long-term storage across all sectors, our high-quality and secure shipping containers can also be used to move goods by road, rail, or sea.

Sizes: 6ft, 8ft, 10ft, 20ft, 40ft
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ArcticStore
ArcticStore

Our signature cold store provides a phenomenal temperature range (-40℃ to +45℃) that suits most clients and sectors. 

Sizes: 10ft, 20ft, 40ft
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ArcticStore Horizon – Solar Panels
ArcticStore Horizon

Horizon cuts energy use by 55% on average vs. traditional reefers, with low GWP (0.5) and a -30°C to +30°C range.

Sizes: 40ft
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Storage Containers For Hire
Storage Containers

Built for easy access and years of use, our fantastic storage containers will help keep your goods safe and secure.

Sizes: 6ft, 8ft, 10ft, 20ft, 40ft
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Office Container For Hire
Office Containers

We have multiple standalone units to rent, as well as innovative combinations with kitchens, canteens and more.

Sizes: 10ft, 20ft
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Site Accommodation Container For Hire
Welfare Units

We have site accommodation in all shapes and sizes available for immediate dispatch to construction sites UK-wide.

Sizes: 10ft, 20ft
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Side Door Container For Hire
Open Sided Containers

Open both doors and it’s like removing the complete side wall. Side doors come with lock boxes for added security. 

Sizes: 20ft, 40ft
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Offshore Container
DNV Offshore Containers

Our super-tough, DNV-certified containers in 10ft or 20ft make shipping to oil rigs and gas platforms a breeze.

Sizes: 10ft, 20ft
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Insulated Container For Hire
Insulated Containers

Designed to keep out condensation and frost, this is the ideal rental when protecting delicate items like books and clothing.

Sizes: 20ft
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High Cube Container For Hire
High Cube Containers

The daddy of all rental containers, our high cubes in 10ft, 20ft and 40ft sizes are 10% taller than standard containers.

Sizes: 10ft, 20ft, 40ft
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Arctic SuperStore – Cold Storage. Refrigerated Containers.
Arctic SuperStore

Where required, special functionality such as rapid freezing or chilling can be incorporated into a multifunctional cold store that meets your exact needs.

Sizes: 20ft, 40ft
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Arctic MegaStore modular cold storage containers shown in stacked configuration with ramp access
Arctic MegaStore

Revolutionary two-storey design, modular flexibility, and huge storage capacity – the Arctic MegaStore redefines cold storage efficiency.

Sizes: 40ft
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Arctic UltraFreezer Cold Storage
Arctic UltraFreezer

Achieve extreme low temperatures down to -75℃ with this powerful model that is well suited to oily fish and vaccine storage.

Sizes: 20ft, 40ft
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ArcticBlast – Cold Storage. Refrigerated Containers.
ArcticBlast

Designed for ultra-quick chilling, our ArcticBlast is a mighty blast freezer with outstanding freezing and tempering abilities.

Sizes: 20ft, 40ft
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Removals Container For Hire
House Moving Containers

The affordable alternative to a removals team. Hire from us, load at your own pace, and we'll move it to your new home when ready.

Sizes: 10ft, 20ft, 40ft
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Double Door Container For Hire
Tunnel Containers

Also known as a double door container, hire this when you need an instant tunnel or fast access to both ends of your container.

Sizes: 20ft, 40ft
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Arctic MiniStore
Arctic MiniStore

The perfect solution for anyone who needs to chill on location. Cool down to -25°C, with delivery to many UK destinations.

Sizes: 8ft
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HotStore – Hot Storage Containers
HotStore

Maintains temperatures between +45°C to +85°C. Available in 20ft and 40ft sizes for UK-wide delivery.

Sizes: 20ft, 40ft
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Open Top Container For Hire
Open Top Containers

The ideal rental container for bulky and heavy loads. Crane your goods in from the top and seal up with a tarpaulin.

Sizes: 20ft, 40ft
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Flat Rack For Hire
Flat Rack Containers

Rent one of these 20ft or 40ft steel bases when transporting unconventionally-shaped goods on cargo ships.

Sizes: 20ft, 40ft
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Sound Wall TITAN UK
Noise and Dust Walls

Nothing blocks out noise or dust like a wall of TITAN containers! Rent any number you want and build up to 18m tall. We deliver UK-wide.

Sizes: 20ft, 40ft
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Battery Storage Containers for Hire and Sale
Battery Storage

Safely store lithium and other batteries in a rugged metal ‘vault’ that helps protect product, staff and customers.

Sizes: 6ft, 8ft, 9ft, 10ft, 20ft, 40ft
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  • ISO Certification 9001
  • ISO Certification 14001 TITAN Containers
  • CE Certification TITAN Containers
  • HACCP Certificate
  • Good Distribution Practice Certificate
  • CSTA