An international shipping container is always first thought of for use in international cargo shipping. This is not always the case however. There are many people, especially in third world nations that will take these international shipping containers and make them into buildings. More often than not these containers become homes for people who cannot afford to build a home of their own. People go out in search of containers that have been discarded by the shipping lines for being broken with holes, etc and have them moved to another area. They create little shanty towns that are not too far from the port. Unfortunately some of these containers also get stolen for the same purpose. There are also companies that are selling these containers for use as buildings. They sell brand new shipping containers that have be fitted to work as a building. So when you are searching for a new home, keep in mind that you can always use an overseas shipping container.
