Table of Contents Understanding the Demand for Shipping Containers in Kenya Shipping containers have grown to become more than just cargo carriers. In Kenya today, they are widely being used in construction, retail store setups, storage, and even innovative housing solutions. Their durability, versatility, and cost-effectiveness make them an attractive investment for both businesses and individuals. […]

Buying a shipping container in Kenya, to use convert into an office, home, storage unit, retail shops, or any intended use, is a smart investment. This is because containers have been designed for heavy use and durability, capable of withstanding, any, and all weather. They are also quite flexible and adaptable in terms of modifications to […]

Shipping containers are the ‘present’, ushering the way into the ‘future’, in terms of offering cost-effective durable and flexible solutions for businesses, homeowners, and entrepreneurs across Kenya. From storage facilities, and logistics, to mobile offices, retail spaces, and even homes, use of, and demand for shipping containers continues to rise exponentially. At ‘Platinum Containers’, we understand […]

Introduction Fabrication of shipping containers allows for conversion of shipping containers to a wide range of products including shipping container homes, offices, shops, classrooms, ablution blocks, restaurants and storage units among others. This kind of repurposing of shipping containers does not only offer a quick and affordable housing solution but also enhances environmental sustainability. A good […]

Shipping container stalls have become a common feature in most of the Kenyan towns and shopping centers. Many questions however arise concerning shipping container stalls and whether it is a worthy investment both in the short term and long term. Table Of Contents Factors to consider before investing in Shipping Container Stalls Benefits of Shipping container […]

Shipping container houses are transforming the housing sector in Kenya today with more people choosing homes as opposed to the traditional brick and motor houses. There are different factors that make shipping container an attractive option for potential home owners. Shipping container homes are affordable and take significantly shorter period of time to construct. In addition, […]

1-Bedroom, 2-Bedroom, 3-Bedroom Shipping Container Houses Shipping container homes in Kenya are becoming more popular as a modern, sustainable, and cost-effective housing option. A larger number of consumers in Kenya are considering shipping container homes due to the unique benefits that these units offer compared to traditional brick and mortar houses. 20FT and 40FT shipping containers […]

Tips on Shipping Container Fabrication in Kenya There has been an exciting trend in Kenya where more people are turning to shipping container conversion as an alternative to traditional housing and office space. 20FT and 40FT shipping containers can be turned to container homes, container offices, container restaurants & cafés, shops or stalls, gyms, classrooms, storage […]

Pros & Cons of Shipping Container Fabrication vs. Prefab Buildings Shipping container fabrication and prefab structures have become a common alternative housing solution in Kenya today. A common question asked by customers is the comparison between fabricated shipping container house and prefab buildings. When planning a modular structure, two popular options often come up: shipping container […]