Can You Join Shipping Containers Together?
Shipping containers, once solely the workhorses of global trade, have found a new calling in the UK as building blocks for homes, offices, pop-up shops, and creative installations. Their robustness, affordability, and modular design make them a compelling choice for innovative construction projects. A common query is: Can you join shipping containers together? The answer […]
How Are Shipping Containers Moved Around the World?
Shipping containers are the unsung heroes of global trade, and at Containerlift, we see first-hand how they keep businesses connected. These standardised steel boxes, typically 6 or 12 metres long, carry everything from electronics to fresh produce across continents. But how do they get from A to B? It’s not just about ships or lorries—moving […]
Understanding Out of Gauge (OOG) Transport: Overcoming Sizeable Shipping Challenges
Ever Tried Squeezing a Square Peg into a Round Hole? Welcome to the World of Out of Gauge (OOG) Transport In a logistics world obsessed with neat lines and standardised boxes, there’s always that one diva item that refuses to play ball. Oversized cargo – think hulking wind turbines, industrial machinery that could squash a […]
The Evolution of the Shipping Container: From Break-Bulk to Global Backbone
Shipping container evolution: A humble steel box has transformed the world of logistics, turning chaotic, labor-intensive shipping into a streamlined global system. At Containerlift, we live and breathe this evolution every day, moving these vital units across roads, rails, and seas. But how did this metal marvel come to be? Let’s dive into the fascinating […]
Efficient Shipping to East Africa with Containerlift
Shipping to East Africa can be a complex endeavor, but with the right partner, it becomes an efficient and hassle-free experience. Containerlift, a leading freight forwarding company, offers reliable shipping services to key ports across Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, and Somalia. With years of expertise and comprehensive coverage of East African destinations, Containerlift ensures that your […]
Who Designed the Shipping Container?
The shipping container is one of the most revolutionary inventions of the 20th century—a straightforward steel box that transformed global trade, logistics, and economies across the world. But who came up with this everyday object that now transports over 90% of the planet’s goods? The answer leads us to one man: Malcom McLean, an American […]
Unlocking the Power of 20-Foot Shipping Containers
Why Are 20-Foot Shipping Containers the Swiss Army Knife of Modern Design? Ever looked at a steel box and thought, “That could be my next home, office, or art studio”? Probably not. But the humble 20-foot shipping container has been quietly revolutionising the way we think about space, sustainability, and adaptability. From pop-up shops in […]
We don’t just drive the Sidelifter trailer, we transport them too!
With our low flatbed trailer, our team recently transported a new Steelbro Sidelifter trailer. Sidelifter trailer: This was a meticulous process; first, the team coordinated the collection of the cargo and stored it safely in the depot. After thorough inspections and preparation, the team expertly loaded the trailer, ensuring it was properly secured for transportation. Finally, […]
See inside a 958-foot cargo ship
See inside a 958-foot cargo ship, from the crew’s living quarters to the massive engine room A merchant mariner gave a tour of a 958-foot cargo ship in 2019 that showed the intricacies of the hulking freighters that haul 90% of the world’s goods. In the video, second mate Bryan Boyle records the vast array of machinery that keeps the ship […]
The Versatile World of Shipping Containers: From Creation to Utilisation
Shipping containers, often seen as the building blocks of global commerce, are far more than just steel boxes traversing the oceans. These containers, typically made from robust, weather-resistant steel, have revolutionised the way goods are transported across the world. From electronics to apparel, they serve as a secure and efficient means to move a vast […]
