1. Overview

Welcome to Shipping Containers UK Limited. These Terms & Conditions govern your use of our website and services. By accessing our website or purchasing products from us, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms & Conditions.

Shipping Containers UK Limited is a UK-based supplier of new and used shipping containers, including 20ft, 40ft, high cube, flat-pack, storage, and specialist containers for customers throughout the United Kingdom and Europe.

If you do not agree with these Terms & Conditions, please do not use our website or services.

2. Use of the Website

• You must be at least 18 years of age to place an order.
• You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes.
• You must not misuse, disrupt, or attempt unauthorized access to our website.
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account information and passwords associated with your account.

3. Product Information

• We make every reasonable effort to ensure that product descriptions, specifications, photographs, dimensions, and pricing are accurate.
• All products are offered subject to availability.
• Container dimensions, colors, grades, and conditions are provided as general guides and may vary slightly.
• Used containers may show signs of previous use, repairs, wear, dents, scratches, or surface rust consistent with their age and service history.

4. Pricing & Payment

• All prices are displayed in British Pounds Sterling (£).
• VAT will be charged where applicable and shown at checkout unless otherwise stated.
• We accept major credit and debit cards, bank transfers (BACS), and other secure payment methods offered on our website.
• Orders will not be processed until payment has been received and cleared.
• Quotations are valid for 14 days unless otherwise stated in writing.

5. Shipping & Delivery

Delivery Areas

We deliver throughout the United Kingdom and Europe.

Shipping Cost

We offer a flat-rate delivery charge of £200 for most mainland UK deliveries.

Additional charges may apply for:

• Remote locations
• Offshore islands
• Restricted-access sites
• Special lifting requirements
• European deliveries

Any additional charges will be communicated before dispatch.

Delivery Methods

Containers may be delivered using:

• HIAB-equipped crane vehicles
• Flatbed trailers
• Approved specialist container transport providers

Processing Time

Orders are typically processed within 6–10 business days after payment confirmation.

Estimated Delivery Times

• Mainland UK: 5–10 business days after dispatch
• Remote locations: Up to 15 business days
• Europe: 10–20 business days depending on destination

Delivery dates are estimates only and are not guaranteed.

Delivery Requirements

Customers are responsible for ensuring:

• Adequate site access
• Suitable unloading conditions
• Safe and level ground for container placement
• Absence of obstructions such as overhead cables, trees, or restricted road access

Failed deliveries resulting from inaccessible sites may incur additional charges.

Store Collection

Customers may arrange collection by appointment from:

Shipping Containers UK Limited
7 Stamford Square
Lancashire, Ashton-under-Lyne
OL6 6QU
United Kingdom

6. Returns, Refunds & Exchanges

Return Eligibility

We accept returns for:

• Defective products
• Non-defective products
• New products
• Slightly used containers and products, subject to inspection and approval

To qualify for a return:

• The return request must be made within 15 days of delivery.
• Proof of purchase must be provided.
• The item must be returned in substantially the same condition as delivered, allowing for reasonable inspection and handling.

Non-Returnable Items

The following items cannot be returned unless faulty:

• Custom-modified containers
• Painted-to-order containers
• Containers altered to customer specifications
• Special-order products
• Clearance or final-sale items

Exchanges

We accept exchanges for:

• Defective products
• Damaged products
• Incorrectly supplied products
• Eligible products where exchange stock is available

Damaged or Incorrect Deliveries

Customers must notify us within 48 hours of delivery if a container arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect.

Please email:

admin@buyshippingcontainers.uk

and provide photographs and order details.

Refund Processing

Once returned items have been received and inspected:

• Approved refunds will be processed within 2 business days.
• Refunds will be issued to the original payment method.
• Funds typically appear within 5–10 business days, depending on your bank or payment provider.

Return Shipping Costs

• We cover return shipping costs for defective, damaged, or incorrectly supplied products.
• Customers are responsible for return shipping costs for non-defective returns.
• Return shipping charges are non-refundable.

7. Custom Orders & Modifications

Custom requests such as:

• Additional doors
• Windows
• Insulation
• Ventilation systems
• Electrical installations
• Custom paint finishes

may require additional production time and costs.

Once custom work has been approved and paid for, the order cannot be cancelled or refunded except where required by law.

8. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including but not limited to:

• Logos
• Images
• Product descriptions
• Graphics
• Website design
• Text and content

is the property of Shipping Containers UK Limited and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, or reused without prior written permission.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• Shipping Containers UK Limited shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages.
• Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount paid by the customer for the relevant product or service.
• Nothing in these Terms excludes liability that cannot legally be excluded under UK law.

10. Consumer Rights

Nothing in these Terms & Conditions affects your statutory rights under applicable UK consumer protection legislation.

Customers retain all legal rights relating to faulty, misdescribed, or unfit-for-purpose goods.

11. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

12. Changes to These Terms

Shipping Containers UK Limited reserves the right to amend these Terms & Conditions at any time.

Updated versions will be published on this page. Continued use of the website after changes have been posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Contact Information

Shipping Containers UK Limited
7 Stamford Square
Lancashire, Ashton-under-Lyne
OL6 6QU
United Kingdom

Email: admin@buyshippingcontainers.uk