40FT Hi Cube Shipping Container

This listing covers a bespoke 10-foot by 8-foot steel storage container configured specifically as a rigging loft or tackle store. Made from heavy-duty COR-TEN steel, the unit is engineered to deliver secure, weather-resistant storage for valuable equipment, tools, and supplies. It is designed as a blank canvas, ready to be fitted with shelving, workbenches, or locking systems to match specific operational requirements. The structure uses durable materials suited to long-term use in many settings, from industrial job sites to marine environments.

Key Features

• Robust COR-TEN Steel Construction: Fabricated from high-grade COR-TEN steel, chosen for durability and corrosion resistance, which matters most when standing up to the elements in demanding outdoor environments.
• Secure Entry Point: Designed to accept high-security locking mechanisms. The door configuration can be discussed to suit your needs, whether a standard single door or double doors for easier access to larger equipment.
• Ventilation for Gear Storage: To protect sensitive materials like rope and rigging, the container is designed with options for passive or active ventilation that reduce condensation and promote air circulation.
• Bespoke Configuration: Unlike one-size-fits-all containers, this unit can be adapted before delivery, including shelving, internal lighting, or reinforced wall mounts for spools and heavy gear.
• Weather-Resistant Design: Weather sealing protects the contents from rain and groundwater so tackle and rigging equipment stays dry and serviceable.

The 10 ft x 8 ft Rigging Loft and Tackle Store is made for professionals who need a secure, dedicated space for asset management. In industries such as sailing, theatre, construction, and events, securing rigging hardware—shackles, winches, ropes, and pulleys—is critical, since lost or damaged equipment brings serious safety risks and financial costs.

This steel container addresses those concerns with a physical barrier against theft and unauthorised access. The inherent strength of the steel shell is complemented by a design prepared for heavy-duty shelving systems, allowing tackle to be organised by size, weight, and frequency of use, which is crucial for efficient workflow and safety compliance.

Its bespoke nature lets it go beyond a standard storage box and act as a small workshop or secure loft. For marine applications it functions as a secure tackle store, protecting valuable navigation gear and safety equipment from corrosive saltwater. For theatrical or event rigging it becomes a mobile loft, keeping slings, motors, and truss components organised and secure between venues. The neutral, industrial finish lets it blend into work sites without constant maintenance.

Technical Specifications

• External Dimensions (Approx.): 10 ft (Length) x 8 ft (Width)
• Internal Dimensions (Approx.): 9 ft 6 in (Length) x 7 ft 6 in (Width)
• Material: COR-TEN Weathering Steel
• Material Thickness: 14-gauge steel sheet construction
• Flooring: Marine-grade plywood
• Door Type: One pair of locking doors (configurable)
• Ventilation: Passive vents (upgradable to active)
• Paint/Finish: Industrial, anti-corrosive primer/base

Intended applications include a rigging loft (secure storage and organisation of theatre, event, or construction rigging hardware such as slings, shackles, motors, and ropes), a tackle store (marine and sailing equipment including blocks, lines, safety gear, and fishing tackle), industrial storage (secure on-site storage for tools, cable drums, and maintenance equipment), and a workshop shell (a weathertight shell that can be internally fitted out as a small workshop or maintenance area).

Included Components

• 1x Bespoke Steel Storage Container (as per agreed specifications)
• Standard passive ventilation louvres
• Marine-grade plywood flooring
• Standard lockbox and padlock protection hasps