How to prepare the ground for a shipping container?To prepare the ground for a shipping container, you need a level, stable base that supports the container’s weight evenly and allows drainage. Proper ground preparation prevents sinking, twisting (known as racking), door alignment issues, and premature corrosion, helping your container last longer and function correctly from

What can prevent a shipping container delivery?The main things that prevent a shipping container delivery are poor vehicle access, soft or uneven ground, overhead obstructions (especially cables), insufficient space for stabiliser legs, and last-minute site changes. Most failed drops happen because the lorry can’t safely position next to the drop point or the crane can’t

Can shipping containers be delivered to farms and rural locations?Yes, shipping containers can be delivered to farms and rural sites across the UK, provided there is suitable access for an HGV, solid ground for the delivery vehicle to operate on, and clear overhead space for lifting. With the correct planning and communication, containers are routinely

How much space is needed to deliver a shipping container? In most UK deliveries, you need clear vehicle access for a lorry up to 16.5 m long, around 3 m width for access, up to 18–20 ft of working width for stabilisers, and overhead clearance of 10 m or more when lifting. Exact space depends