https://storagepulse.eu/en/Self-storage publicationsenhttps://storagepulse.eu/en/news/janus-boxengo-italy-partnership/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/janus-boxengo-italy-partnership/Janus International Europe and Boxengo announce a partnership in Italy, supporting network expansion and technology for access to storage units.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:28:51 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/news/storo-mitiska-15-facilities-portugal/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/storo-mitiska-15-facilities-portugal/Storo and Mitiska REIM plan Self Storage expansion in Portugal: 10 locations near Lisbon and five in Porto and the Algarve, backed by MEREP 3.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:28:51 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/news/boxwell-streppel-european-partnership/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/boxwell-streppel-european-partnership/Boxwell and STREPPEL announce a partnership for foldable, insulated Self Storage containers in Europe, available to buy or through operating leases.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:28:51 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/how-to-open-a-self-storage-facility-in-8-steps/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/how-to-open-a-self-storage-facility-in-8-steps/Open a self-storage facility with this practical eight-step guide to choosing land, preparing your site, buying containers, budgeting and finding customers.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:56:33 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/rankings/self-storage-manufacturers/https://storagepulse.eu/en/rankings/self-storage-manufacturers/Choosing a reliable manufacturer is a key step towards a successful Self Storage investment. Compare leading Self Storage manufacturers, explore their strengths and choose a partner to build or expand your facility.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/rankings/self-storage-software/https://storagepulse.eu/en/rankings/self-storage-software/Efficient facility management starts with a good system. Compare software for bookings, billing and access control, from a single site to an entire Self Storage network. The existing editorial ratings are based on a Polish operator scenario; they do not confirm compliance with legal or accounting requirements across the EU.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-customers/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-customers/Individuals and businesses need storage in different situations. Learn how to match unit sizes, access and the way you present your service to their needs.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:18:30 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/fedessa-self-storage-reports/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/fedessa-self-storage-reports/Using a FEDESSA report to plan a Self Storage business? Check the survey sample, metric definitions and limits of comparisons between markets.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:18:28 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-rental-pricing/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-rental-pricing/Price your units around local alternatives, costs and unit sizes. Assess the effect of promotions, show the full price and track revenue after discounts.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:18:26 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/first-self-storage-customers/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/first-self-storage-customers/Attract your first self-storage customers with a clear local offer, signage, a website and business partnerships. Track enquiries and rentals as you grow.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:18:23 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-site-security/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-site-security/How should you plan self-storage site security? Combine gates, locks, lighting and CCTV with access procedures and a response plan for faults.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:15:42 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-automation/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-automation/Learn how to connect bookings, payments and unit access. Find out which tasks can be automated and when human intervention is still needed.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:15:39 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/choosing-self-storage-software/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/choosing-self-storage-software/Bookings, agreements, payments and access: test Self Storage software across the complete customer journey and confirm its suitability for your local operation.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:15:37 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-unit-sizes/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-unit-sizes/How should you combine small and large units on your first self-storage site? Consider customer needs, entrance dimensions and options for subdividing containers later.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:15:35 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/moisture-in-self-storage-containers/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/moisture-in-self-storage-containers/What causes condensation in a container? Check for leaks and review ventilation, equipment and storage guidelines before renting out a unit.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:12:49 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/containers-180-day-rule-poland/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/containers-180-day-rule-poland/Planning long-term Self Storage? Check the intended use, local approvals and any limits before assuming that a movable container is exempt.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:12:46 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-building-formalities/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-building-formalities/Before ordering containers, identify the local land-use and building checks for your project. An EU-wide business framework is not a site approval.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:12:44 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/comparing-self-storage-container-suppliers/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/comparing-self-storage-container-suppliers/Comparing self storage container manufacturers? Check construction, unit layouts, delivery, warranty and the full cost of getting your facility ready.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:12:41 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/new-or-used-self-storage-containers/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/new-or-used-self-storage-containers/New containers, used units and purpose-built self storage modules: check doors, floors, weatherproofing, delivery and the cost of making them ready to rent.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:09:57 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/buy-or-lease-land-for-self-storage/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/buy-or-lease-land-for-self-storage/Compare buying and leasing land for self storage. Check costs, contract length, expansion options and what happens when your use of the site ends.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:09:55 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-profitability/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-profitability/Calculate how many rented units will cover your facility’s costs. We explain revenue, cash flow and recovering your investment with a simple worked example.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:09:52 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-start-up-costs/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-start-up-costs/Build a self storage budget covering containers, site preparation, services, transport and the start-up period. Separate equipment costs from the full investment.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:09:50 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/choosing-land-for-self-storage/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/choosing-land-for-self-storage/Access, visibility, ground conditions and layout: assess land for container self storage before buying a plot or signing a lease.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:06:58 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-in-a-small-town/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-in-a-small-town/A small town can be a good self-storage market. Examine household and business needs, competing offers and the right scale for the first phase.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:06:56 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/containers-garages-or-indoor-self-storage/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/containers-garages-or-indoor-self-storage/Compare three self storage models: investment, operations, storage conditions and expansion. Choose a solution that suits your site and customers.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:06:53 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-insurance/https://storagepulse.eu/en/articles/self-storage-insurance/How do you insure containers, site equipment and an operator’s liability? Check cover, exclusions and questions for your broker before opening.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:06:51 GMThttps://storagepulse.eu/en/news/safestore-new-watford-facility/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/safestore-new-watford-facility/The operator has opened another UK facility and continues to deliver this year’s development pipeline.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/mitiska-storo-two-new-belgium-facilities/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/mitiska-storo-two-new-belgium-facilities/The new sites in Antwerp and Evere combine automated operations with the redevelopment of existing buildings.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/green-street-acquires-stortrack/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/green-street-acquires-stortrack/The provider of self storage pricing and market data joins the Green Street platform.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/storage-star-60-acquisitions-2026/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/storage-star-60-acquisitions-2026/The US operator doubled its scale and is developing a shared technology platform for the acquired facilities.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/cityvarasto-acquires-kenguruvarastot/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/cityvarasto-acquires-kenguruvarastot/The Finnish operator strengthens its position in the Helsinki metropolitan area by acquiring local company Kenguruvarastot Oy.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/boxengo-financing-four-italian-facilities/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/boxengo-financing-four-italian-facilities/The Italian operator secured more than €42 million to acquire and upgrade a portfolio in Milan and Rome.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/sirius-real-estate-three-uk-self-storage-assets/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/sirius-real-estate-three-uk-self-storage-assets/The operator is funding expansion partly through the sale of two non-core properties.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/easystorage-180-million-uk-expansion/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/easystorage-180-million-uk-expansion/The financing is intended to support further expansion of drive-up and container self storage facilities in the UK.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/ardian-casaforte-majority-stake/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/ardian-casaforte-majority-stake/The transaction strengthens the Italian self storage platform and forms part of wider consolidation in the European market.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/stokado-construction-warsaw-wroclaw-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/stokado-construction-warsaw-wroclaw-2025/The Polish operator launched two new development projects, expanding its planned network.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/shurgard-two-manchester-sites-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/shurgard-two-manchester-sites-2025/The operator acquired an operating facility and signed an agreement for another site under construction.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/boxengo-italy-platform-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/boxengo-italy-platform-2025/Following five acquisitions, the new platform is focused on Milan and Rome.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/fedessa-cbre-european-report-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/fedessa-cbre-european-report-2025/The 2025 report shows rising rental rates and a growing role for technology.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/u-store-it-dublin-facility-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/u-store-it-dublin-facility-2025/The new Liffey Valley site combines scale with automation and customer amenities.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/shurgard-munich-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/shurgard-munich-2025/The operator signed a conditional land purchase agreement for a facility with more than 640 units.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/big-yellow-bethnal-green-site-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/big-yellow-bethnal-green-site-2025/The operator acquired land in Bethnal Green and intends to develop a project of approximately 68 thousand square feet.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/shurgard-dusseldorf-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/shurgard-dusseldorf-2025/The new Neuss site offers approximately 800 units and 5 800 m² of space.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/stokado-new-krakow-facility-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/stokado-new-krakow-facility-2025/The Polish operator completed a new facility in Kraków, its first development since its acquisition by Griffin and Redefine.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/europi-cobalt-box-belgium-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/europi-cobalt-box-belgium-2025/The partnership with the Belgian platform is intended to fund further self storage expansion in Belgium.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/harrison-street-pacific-uk-self-storage-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/harrison-street-pacific-uk-self-storage-2025/The investor formed a UK joint venture with Pacific Investments, aiming to build a £150 million portfolio.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/safestore-ten-facilities-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/safestore-ten-facilities-2025/In the first half of its financial year, the operator added more than half a million square feet and announced further openings.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/box-storage-riga-baltics-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/box-storage-riga-baltics-2025/The new Riga site offers 750 units and 4 200 m² of lettable space.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/pocket-storage-forum-london-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/pocket-storage-forum-london-2025/The partners plan to open three London sites with a combined area of 38 000 sq ft.https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/shurgard-bracknell-2025/https://storagepulse.eu/en/news/shurgard-bracknell-2025/The operator bought land with planning permission for a facility of approximately 800 units.