Side-Opening Shipping Container Hire
Side-opening shipping container storage has unparalleled accessibility and versatility. Unlike standard shipping containers, these units have additional doors on one or both sides, allowing full side access. This unique design makes side-opening shipping units ideal for storing and transporting bulky items, oversized equipment, or any items that require frequent access.
At SEA Containers New Zealand, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality side-opening shipping containers for hire, ensuring our customers have the perfect solution for their storage and transportation needs.
Why Choose a Side-Opening Shipping Container?
The advantages of side-opening shipping units make them popular with businesses and individuals alike. The most significant benefit is the easy loading and unloading process, thanks to the open side access provided by the double doors – very useful for handling oversized items or when quick access to the container’s contents is required.
A side-opening shipping container is suitable for various purposes beyond traditional storage. It can be easily modified into a retail space, pop-up shop, or even a temporary office on a construction site. The added security of multiple locking points on the side doors ensures that your contents inside remain safe and protected.
Constructed from high-quality materials, open-side containers are built to withstand harsh weather conditions. They are vermin-proof, wind-resistant, and watertight, providing a secure environment for your cargo or stored items.
Container Hire Options
At SEA Containers, we offer flexible hire terms for our side-door containers. Whether you need a side-opening shipping container for a month or a year, we have a solution to fit your timeline and budget. Our short-term hire option is perfect for temporary or event storage – and our long-term shipping container hire is an excellent permanent storage solution available at competitive rates.
Easy Shipping Container Delivery and Pickup
We offer nationwide coverage for delivery and pickup of your side-opening shipping container. Our efficient process ensures your open-side shipping container arrives when and where you need it:
- Choose your side-opening shipping container size and hire duration.
- We’ll provide a quote based on your requirements.
- Once confirmed, we’ll arrange container delivery via HIAB truck or swing lift truck.
- For metropolitan areas, delivery is typically within 24-48 hours.
- Rural deliveries may take longer, but we’ll keep you informed.
Our Side-Opening Shipping Container Options
We offer a range of open-side container units to suit various needs
Sizes
- 20ft side-door containers
- 40ft side-door containers
Conditions
- New (‘A-grade’)
These containers have made only one journey from the manufacturer and are in excellent condition. They feature vents in the sidewalls and marine plywood floors. - Used (‘B-grade’)
These containers have been used for international shipping and may show minor signs of wear but are 100% seaworthy once updated with a valid CSC plate. - Used (‘C-grade’)
These containers may show signs of previous use and repair but are still highly functional.
Diverse Applications of Side-Opening Shipping Units
Retail and pop-up shops
Transform a side-opening shipping container into a unique retail space. The side access creates an inviting storefront, while the container's mobility allows easy relocation.
Storage solutions
Side-door containers excel as storage units, as their side-opening design allows for efficient organisation and retrieval of stored items – the two doors offering accessible loading and unloading of tools, machinery, or archived materials.
Events and exhibitions
The versatility of side-opening shipping containers makes them perfect for trade shows. Use them as information booths, merchandise stands, or even mobile stages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. A side-opening shipping container is excellent for storing items. The easy-access open side doors make it ideal for storing equipment, inventory, or any items that require frequent access.
The cost of hiring a shipping container with side doors varies depending on factors such as shipping container size, condition, hire duration, and delivery location. Contact our team for a personalised quote based on your specific requirements.
Yes, common side-door container modifications include adding shelving, lighting, and ventilation systems or converting them into work or retail spaces. Our team can discuss side-opening container customisation options to meet your requirements.
We aim to deliver your side-opening shipping container for metropolitan areas across New Zealand within 24-48 hours of order confirmation. Delivery to rural areas may take a little longer. We’ll provide you with a specific timeframe when you place your order.