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The modified shipping containers for sale from Shipping Containers are a truly versatile storage option. Whether you want to safely contain dangerous goods or neatly organise and store your gardening tools – our range of high-quality accessories can help you tailor the perfect solution. Our sheds can even be modified to become a work or living space. With available additions including air conditioning, windows, insulation, seating and more, we have everything you need to turn your container into anything from a kitchenette or lunch room to a first aid room or toilet block!

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Delivery to your site
Hire or Buy
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Container Modification Options for Commercial, Industrial, and Remote Projects

Looking for a reliable container modification partner that understands real site conditions? We supply modified shipping containers designed for practical use across construction, mining, agriculture, and remote operations. Each unit is built to handle Australian environments while supporting day-to-day functionality on site.

Choose from a wide range of modification types, including site offices, workshop containers, secure equipment storage, first aid rooms, lunch rooms, and amenities blocks. Our team helps match the right container size and layout to your application so you get a solution that works from day one. We also offer specialised containers, such as dangerous goods storage and insulated units, where compliance and protection matter.

With options available for both hire and purchase, you can scale your setup as your project changes without unnecessary delays or complexity.

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Construction
Site offices, lunch rooms, secure tool storage and first aid rooms ready to drop on the slab.
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Mining
Mobile camps, change rooms, dangerous goods storage and switch rooms built for remote sites.
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Agriculture
Insulated chemical stores, refrigerated units for produce, and workshop containers for the back paddock.
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Industrial & Remote
Branded containers, accommodation units and water treatment setups for long-term remote ops.

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40FT SHIPPING CONTAINERS
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CONTAINER SHELTERS
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REFRIGERATED CONTAINERS
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DANGEROUS GOODS CONTAINERS
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HALF HEIGHT CONTAINERS
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FLAT RACK CONTAINERS
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PORTABLE BUILDINGS FOR HIRE OR PURCHASE
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ACCOMMODATION UNITS
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MOBILE CAMPS
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FIRST AID ROOMS
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PORTABLE BATHROOMS
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LUNCH ROOMS
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ULTRA SILT AND SEDIMENT WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM
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Modified Shipping Container Size Comparison

Container Type Length Internal Height Best Suited For
20ft Standard 6.06m 2.39m Site offices, lunch rooms, secure storage
20ft High Cube 6.06m 2.69m Workshops, machinery storage, taller fit outs
40ft Standard 12.19m 2.39m Larger offices, amenities blocks, accommodation
40ft High Cube 12.19m 2.69m Multi-room fit outs, container homes, large workshops
Side Opening 6.06m / 12.19m 2.39m Easy access loading, retail and pop-up use
Half Height 6.06m 1.30m Bulk materials, mining, heavy loads

Dimensions are approximate and based on ISO container standards. Final modified dimensions may vary slightly depending on fit out.

Most Requested Container Modifications

Where most of our hire and purchase enquiries land, based on patterns across construction, mining and remote sites.

Site officesVery high demand
Lunch rooms & amenitiesHigh demand
Dangerous goods storageStrong demand
First aid roomsModerate demand
Accommodation unitsGrowing demand

If you are weighing up what to order first, site offices and amenities almost always come first. Specialised units like DG stores and first aid rooms tend to follow once the main site setup is in.

Design a Custom Shipping Container Fit Out That Works for You

Turn a standard unit into a purpose-built space with flexible shipping container modifications tailored to your needs. We offer practical fit-out options that improve usability, comfort, and efficiency without overcomplicating the process.

Add features like insulation for temperature control, ventilation for airflow, windows for natural light, or air conditioning for improved working conditions. You can also configure internal layouts for storage organisation, staff use, or equipment access, depending on your setup. Our range includes ready-to-go solutions as well as containers that can be adapted with the right accessories.

From simple upgrades to fully configured portable spaces, we make it easy to create a container that fits your workflow, site requirements, and timeframe.

How the Modified Shipping Containers Fit Out Process Works

No surprises, no jargon. Here is how we move from your first call to a container on site.

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Scope your needs
Tell us what the container is for, your site location, and any compliance or environmental factors.
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Choose size & layout
We match you to the right base unit (20ft, 40ft, high cube, side opening) and confirm the layout.
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Add the modifications
Insulation, windows, air con, electrical, internal walls, plumbing, branding. Pick what you need.
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Delivered to site
We transport the finished unit anywhere in Australia, ready to use the day it lands.

Hire vs Buy: Which Option Suits Your Project?

Factor Hire Buy
Project length Short to medium term (under 2 years) Long term or permanent setups
Upfront cost Lower, weekly or monthly rate Higher one off, no ongoing fee
Flexibility Easy to swap, return or scale up Total control to relocate or resell
Maintenance Handled by us Owner responsibility
Customisation Standard fit outs with add ons Full custom builds available
Asset on books Operational expense Capital asset, depreciable

Modifications You Can Add to Any Container

Tick the items you want and bring this list to your quote call. We will tell you straight if anything needs special compliance work.

☐ Insulation (wall and ceiling)
☐ Air conditioning
☐ Windows (sliding or awning)
☐ Personal access doors
☐ Internal walls and partitions
☐ Electrical fit out and lighting
☐ Plumbing and basins
☐ Shelving and workbenches
☐ Bunding for DG storage
☐ Ventilation fans
☐ Toilets and showers
☐ Custom branding and signage

Need something not on the list? We have built it before. Ask anyway.

Compliance & Standards We Build To

Every modified container leaves our yard meeting or exceeding the relevant Australian codes. If your project has site specific requirements, tell us upfront.

ISO 1496
International standard for shipping container strength and integrity.
AS 1940
Storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids (DG containers).
AS/NZS 3000
Australian wiring rules for any electrical fit out work.
AS 3500
Plumbing and drainage standard for amenities and bathroom containers.

Modified Shipping Containers Delivered Australia Wide

We deliver modified containers to capital cities, regional towns and remote work sites. If your location is not listed, give us a call. We almost certainly service it.

✓ Perth
✓ Sydney
✓ Melbourne
✓ Brisbane
✓ Adelaide
✓ Darwin
✓ Hobart
✓ Canberra
✓ Gold Coast
✓ Newcastle
✓ Wollongong
✓ Geelong
✓ Townsville
✓ Cairns
✓ Toowoomba
✓ Karratha
✓ Port Hedland
✓ Kalgoorlie
✓ Mount Isa
✓ Bunbury

Australia’s Modified Container Specialists

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Tell us what you need, where it is going, and when. We will come back with a clear price, lead time, and the right unit for the job. No pushy follow ups.

Modified Shipping Containers: Common Questions

How long does it take to get a modified shipping container delivered?

Lead time depends on the level of modification. Standard fit outs like site offices and lunch rooms can usually be delivered within 2 to 4 weeks. Heavier custom builds (accommodation units, full DG stores, water treatment setups) take longer. Tell us your deadline upfront and we will tell you straight what is realistic.

Can a modified shipping container be moved once it is fitted out?

Yes. That is one of the main reasons people choose containers over a permanent build. They are designed to be transported and relocated, which makes them ideal for mobile worksites, short term projects, or sites where the work moves.

Do I need council approval for a modified container on my site?

It depends on your local council, the zoning, and how long the container will be in place. Temporary site sheds for construction often do not need approval. Permanent installations or container homes usually do. Check with your local council before delivery if you are not sure.

What is the difference between a standard container and a high cube?

A standard container has an internal height of around 2.39m. A high cube is roughly 30cm taller, giving you about 2.69m inside. That extra height makes a big difference for workshops, storing tall equipment, or any fit out where you want air con or ducting in the ceiling.

Are your modified shipping containers insulated?

Insulation is optional and we strongly recommend it for any container being used as an office, lunch room, accommodation unit or first aid room. Australian summers heat a steel box up fast, and insulation drops the internal temperature noticeably. We use wall and ceiling insulation as standard on fit outs designed for people.

Can I buy a modified container outright or do I have to hire?

Both options are available across our full range. Hire is the cheaper short term option and we handle maintenance. Buying makes more sense for projects running over 2 years, or for businesses that want the container as a long term asset they can relocate or resell later.

Do you deliver to remote mine sites and regional Australia?

Yes, we deliver Australia wide including remote sites in the Pilbara, Goldfields, central Queensland, the Northern Territory and beyond. Remote delivery is factored into the quote upfront, so there are no nasty surprises on the final invoice.

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