Birmingham to North Africa – All in a days work (or fortnight!)
Secure Transport to Marrakech Shipping containers offer many advantages for transporting high value or sensitive loads. With steel walls, floors and roof a shipping container is extremely secure. The container doors are easily locked and the load is protected from the weather. A high value load transported within a shipping container on a Steelbro sidelifter […]
Charity freight to Ukraine
In 2022 when the atrocities in Ukraine began and we all witnessed the terrible scenes of innocent people and families being torn apart as they faced the Russian invasion. Sadly, two years on and we are still seeing these heartbreaking scenes. As a transport and freight company, we felt that we had to help and […]
Modern Piracy – A Threat to Maritime Commerce
What comes to mind when you hear the word ‘pirate’? A romanticised, swashbuckling figure or a present-day menace to global trade? Piracy, far from a thing of the past, continues to plague international waters, posing risks to seafarers and disrupting trade. Modern piracy isn’t confined to treasure-seeking brigands but has evolved into a sophisticated threat, […]
UK Space Agency Tour
Now this was pretty cool, working on the UK Tour of #SpaceForEveryone with the UK Space Agency. Our team travelled across the UK with a replica space rocket, delivered to various locations and constructed on site; 12 locations with a 72ft replica space rocket! The UK Space Agency’s Space For Everyone Tour took part in the […]
Atlantic rowing record: Precious Lives Atlantic Challenge
Atlantic rowing record: Two men, one boat and over 300 miles rowed! In August 2014 Chris Walters and Elliott Dale set a new world record for crossing the Atlantic in a modern ‘open class’ pairs boat. They rowed 3246 miles from New York to the Isles of Scilly, raising money for a Children’s Hospice. Containerlift […]
Finding Gold in Northern Finland with Containerlift
A look back to 2017 when Containerlift completed its northernmost delivery of drilling equipment in the help to find gold in Northern Finland. Our driver travelled for four days before reaching his destination near Rovaniemi, Finland. Braving heavy snow and temperatures of minus 17, the equipment arrived safely at its destination just outside the Arctic […]
The Future of Cargo Transport: Volvo Vera’s Autonomous Revolution
Have you ever imagined a world where trucks drive themselves, quietly gliding across the roads, moving goods without a driver in sight? That’s not a sci-fi vision but the reality Volvo Vera is bringing to life. Volvo Vera is an autonomous, electric tractor unit designed for heavy cargo transport. Launched in 2018, it represents a […]
Amphora to ISO Containers: The Evolution of Global Shipping
Did you know the humble amphora could be considered the ancestor of the modern ISO container? In the ancient world, amphorae were the backbone of global trade, transporting wine, oil, and grain across empires. With their efficient, stackable design and durable construction, they represent an early form of containerisation. This ancient solution mirrors today’s ISO […]
When Shipping Containers Go Overboard: The Real Danger Beneath the Waves
What happens when containers fall off cargo ships, and why should we care about these invisible threats beneath the waves? When containers fall overboard, they often sink or float just beneath the water’s surface, becoming dangerous obstacles for smaller vessels and potential environmental hazards. Lost containers can drift for months, leaking harmful substances, or contribute […]
Container Haulage: Which Option is Best for Your Business?
When it comes to container haulage, the decisions businesses face can be daunting. With so many transport options, how do you choose the right one for your cargo, budget, and operational needs? Getting it right could be the difference between a smooth, cost-effective delivery and a logistical nightmare. In this article, we explore various container […]
