News & Blog
Keep up to date with the latest company news and read our interesting and informative blogs discussing all aspects of the shipping container industry.
From our useful guides on container maintenance, conversions, and best practice, to our latest company announcements, we’ve got plenty of reading material for you to delve into and learn a thing or two from.
Storers’ Den Champion Announced at Live Event
We are delighted to reveal the worthy winner of our exclusive event for new self storage operators.
Chatterbox #11: Planning Permission for Self Storage
If you want to know more about gaining planning permission for your container self storage site, Emily Temple from ET Planning has got you covered!
How Many Pallets Can You Fit Inside a Shipping Container?
When using shipping containers for ocean freight transport, it is important to fit both standard and euro pallets tightly to maximise the amount of cargo you can load in 10ft, 20ft, 30ft, 40ft and 45ft units.
Insights from the Self Storage Association UK Annual Industry Report 2024
Discover the challenges facing the self storage industry, common trends, and how the cost of living crisis has affected the market and consumer opinion.
Maxi’s Mates is our Chosen Charity for 2024
This year, Cleveland employees will be fundraising for Maxi’s Mates Rescue & Rehoming Centre in Teesside.
Health & Safety Policies for Container Environments
Discover all you need to know about company health and safety policies tailored for shipping container operations. Learn how to create a secure environment.
World Day for Safety & Health at Work 2024
Paul Kell, SHEQ Director, takes us through the working at height systems, equipment, and training we have implemented across the Cleveland group.
Why Hiring Shipping Containers is Beneficial for Your Business
Hiring shipping containers for your business instead of purchasing them outright can be a flexible and sustainable option to reduce risk and protect finances.
Chatterbox #12: How Squab Provide More Than Simple Storage
Emma Banks from Squab Group discusses how the self storage company has diversified to offer other business solutions.
ESG Update on Earth Day 2024
On Earth Day, we’re providing an update on the initiatives we have undertaken to improve our environmental sustainability.
Cleveland Earns Second RoSPA Gold Award
We are overjoyed to have received the prestigious global health and safety award from RoSPA for the second year running.
Chatterbox #10: The Power of PPC
Laura Moxham from YBA PPC discusses how Google Ads can be an effective advertising tool for self storage businesses.
Transform Idle Land into Revenue with Self Storage
Reap the benefits of turning unused land into an additional income stream by operating a hands-free remotely-managed self storage business.
Finalists Revealed for Storers' Den
The shortlist of self storage operators competing to win over £50,000 of business support has been selected by the dragons.
Chatterbox #9: Automate Your Storage Business
Gavin Shields returns to Chatterbox to discuss how Stora can reduce admin time and improve operations for self storage businesses.