For more than twenty years, the FEDESSA Conference & Trade Show has been the premier event for Europe’s self-storage industry. This year marks a milestone as the show celebrates its 21st birthday.
Each year, owners, operators, investors, and suppliers gather to share ideas and explore solutions. The program features keynote speakers, expert panels, and an expansive exhibition hall. FEDESSA is where innovation meets opportunity and where the future of storage takes shape.
Boxwell at FEDESSA
When: September 30 – October 2
Where: The Convention Centre Dublin, booth #5
Boxwell is proud to showcase how our solutions are shaping the future of storage in Europe. You’ll have the chance to meet all our global distributors. Here’s what you expect at our booth:
- Meet your local distributor
- Explore Boxwell’s product line
- Learn how we can help grow your storage business
The European Market: A Growth Opportunity
The self-storage industry in Europe and the UK is changing quickly. Urbanization, shrinking living spaces, and flexible lifestyles are driving demand for storage. Today, there are 9,575 stores across the EU and UK, totaling 16.5 million square meters of available storage space (FEDESSA European Self Storage Industry Report 2024).
Still, the industry is less developed than in North America, and many people associate storage with garages and warehouses. This creates room for education and new solutions.
One of the biggest opportunities is external storage units, often called external storage units in Europe. Unlike retired shipping containers, external storage units are purpose-built for self-storage, offering modern features like clean finishes, multiple sizes, lighting, and secure doors.
Though still new in Europe, demand for external storage units is rising. Boxwell is already active in Portugal, Romania, Italy, and Estonia. According to IMARC Group, the European market was valued at $26.6 billion USD in 2024 and is projected to reach $34.7 billion by 2033.
Meet Boxwell’s Global Distributor Network
Boxwell has launched a worldwide distributor network, connecting regional experts across Europe and the Americas with our industry-leading external storage units, hallway systems, and roll-up doors. Each distributor began as a Boxwell customer, making these partnerships authentic and built on firsthand experience.
Regional Partners at a Glance
Baltics & Scandinavia – Conway Container Solutions, Peteris Ozols (conwaycs.com)
Caribbean – Hot2Cold, Nigel Nanan (hot2cold.us)
France – Adopte Un Conteneur, Yohann Robert (adopte-un-conteneur.fr)
Germany – Ruhr Lager GmbH, Dirk Kampheuer (ruhr-lager.de)
Mexico – Grupo Grumex, Enrique Bartolo Basilio (grupogrumex.com)
Portugal & Spain – U Can Store, Luis de Olim (ucanstore.pt)
For all other countries, Boxwell continues to serve customers directly (boxwell.co).
This network ensures localized expertise—zoning, permitting, and cultural insight—without compromising Boxwell’s quality or service. According to Technavio, the global self-storage and moving services market will grow by $58.12B between 2025–2029 (CAGR 9.3%). With regional partners in place, Boxwell is positioned to deliver hands-on support worldwide.
Why It Matters for Operators
Flexibility is key for operators today. Traditional construction projects take time, money, and often face zoning challenges. External storage units let you add rentable square footage faster, with less hassle.
When paired with hallway systems, external storage units create a full solution. Operators can offer different unit sizes, adjust to seasonal demand, and make the most of their site. At FEDESSA, you’ll see how these solutions work together and hear directly from people who understand your region’s unique challenges and opportunities.
Boxwell’s Role In The Market
Boxwell designs, manufactures, and installs storage solutions that combine durability, flexibility, and style. Our line includes external storage units, hallway systems, and roll-up doors.
In Europe, external storage units are a game changer. They help operators move quickly, scale as demand increases, and use land that might otherwise sit empty. Unlike old shipping containers, Boxwell units are built with the customer in mind – professional appearance, secure locking systems, interior lighting, and multiple unit sizes.
With Boxwell, operators can move beyond “just storage” to create facilities that feel like professional, customer-friendly businesses.
Boxwell designs, manufactures, and installs industry-leading storage solutions. Our lineup includes relocatable self-storage units, portable containers, hallway systems, and roll up doors. Every product is fully customizable and built to last—trusted by companies across the United States, Canada, Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond.
Boxwell is Built For Your Success. From the start, our mission has been simple: create the best B2B storage products and back them with outstanding customer support. Our clients gain access to dedicated Account Managers, design and installation services, and extensive product warranties.
We are here to help. Contact Boxwell today via our email, sales@boxwell.co, or call 303-317-5850.