Across Kenya, from bustling urban centers to rural communities, resourcefulness is a driving force. Everyday entrepreneurs, community leaders and growing families are looking for smart, cost-effective ways to build spaces without the crushing overhead costs of traditional brick-and-mortar structures. This is where converted containers are making a massive impact. Once considered purely for shipping cargo, […]
When your business faces a sudden surge in demand, seasonal harvests, or a breakdown in primary cold storage, you need a solution that works instantly. You cannot afford weeks of construction or complex electrical installations. A plug-and-play refrigerated container (reefer) addresses this urgent need directly. Designed to deliver an immediate, temperature-controlled environment right where you […]
Taking delivery of a shipping container is an exciting milestone for any business. Whether you are expanding your storage capacity, setting up a reliable cold chain solution, or optimizing your regional logistics footprint, a container provides immediate, secure, and flexible infrastructure exactly where you need it. However, a successful delivery doesn’t happen by accident. Shipping […]
The recent escalation in the Middle East has sent shockwaves through the Port of Mombasa and Nairobi’s cargo hubs. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed and regional airspace restricted, Kenya’s vital export "pipeline" to the Gulf has been severed. For businesses navigating this volatility, the demand for shipping container rentals and sales has spiked. […]
In Kenya, the agricultural sector is the heartbeat of the economy. From the vibrant flower farms of Naivasha to the avocado orchards of Murang'a, the journey from farm to fork - or farm to flight - is a race against time. The biggest hurdle? Maintaining an unbroken cold chain in an environment where […]
Kenya’s rainy season can be demanding, especially for businesses that rely on outdoor storage. Heavy rainfall, high humidity and soft ground conditions naturally raise an important question – can shipping containers really cope with this environment? The short answer is yes – when the right container is supplied and correctly set up on site. Shipping […]
When we launched our new fabrication facility in Karen earlier this year, we didn't just build a space for innovation - we built it to run on clean, sustainable energy. Our Karen facility is now powered by a 45-kilowatt peak (kWp) solar system, marking another step forward in Almar Kenya's commitment to smart, responsible operations. Why Solar […]
Nairobi’s food scene is booming and with it comes a fresh wave of creativity. One trend that has truly taken off is the container restaurant - a smart, modern way for chefs and entrepreneurs to launch new concepts quickly and affordably. And at the heart of this movement are companies like Almar, equipped with the […]
Refrigerated containers - or reefers - are built to work hard. They're designed to keep your products at the right temperature, no matter what the Kenyan weather brings. But just like any piece of equipment, they need care and sometimes, things don't go as planned. So, what happens if your reefer stops cooling properly, or […]
