IRON & PINE

What IRON & PINE does

Iron & Pine is a UK specialist design and manufacturing company founded in 2018 (as Galloway Modular Construction, rebranded 2021) and headquartered in Dalbeattie, Dumfries & Galloway. It converts recycled marine-grade Corten steel shipping containers into luxury modular buildings, producing a standard product portfolio (The Coorie, The Coorie Plus, The Nook, The Longhouse, The Longhouse Plus, The Retreat) in Silver/Gold/Black edition variants alongside fully bespoke multi-container configurations. Construction is performed off-site in a controlled factory environment using spray foam insulation and a split-in-two transport design that enables delivery to remote locations such as the Isle of Coll and Isle of Skye, with on-site installation typically completed in 2–5 days. A 10-year structural warranty and a stated 50–60 year unit lifespan underpin a premium positioning relative to shepherd's huts and basic site cabins.

The company serves a diversified set of verticals including wedding venues, holiday accommodation and glamping operators, farms diversifying into tourism, offices and commercial users, residential and garden-room buyers, bar and catering businesses, and retail clients, with anchor projects such as Whistle Barns (21 bespoke units), Glasgow Warriors' fan zone at Scotstoun Stadium, and Scottish Canals' Falkirk Wheel office. It sells directly via its website, phone, email and Calendly booking, with every client assigned a dedicated project manager who oversees design, planning liaison through partner Greenfinch, and installation. Pricing is bespoke and quote-based, with a standard 50/40/10 milestone payment schedule (order / factory completion / installation) and multi-unit discounts. Marketing combines trade show presence (Glamping Show UK, Royal Highland Show), earned media coverage (ITV Border, BBC Scotland, The Herald, Sunday Telegraph) and active organic social channels (Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Facebook).

The business operates with approximately 20 in-house staff spanning welders, electricians, designers and project managers, delivered roughly one modular building per week across the UK in 2024, and is led by co-founders Luke Mazs and Alistair Fell with Richard Nash appointed as Non-Executive Director in early 2025. Revenue is not publicly disclosed and no external funding rounds have been identified.

Name

IRON & PINE

Legal name

Iron and Pine

Website

https://ironandpine.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Iron & Pine is a UK specialist manufacturer founded in 2018 that transforms recycled shipping containers into luxury modular buildings — holiday accommodation, wedding venue suites, offices, retail and bespoke homes — sold direct to enterprise and SMB clients across the UK with a dedicated-project-manager model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Modular Buildings

SIC

Prefabricated Metal Buildings & Components (3448)

akta.pro primary industry

Outdoor Mounting & Assembly (patio furniture, pergolas, sheds kits) (HSAGAHAI)

Keywords

• Modular building construction
• Shipping container conversion
• Holiday accommodation units
• Wedding venue accommodation
• Bespoke modular buildings

Headquarters

HQ city

Dalbeattie

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Modular Building Sales: One-time purchase of bespoke or standard modular buildings converted from shipping containers. Standard products include The Coorie, The Retreat, The Longhouse, The Nook, The Coorie Plus, and The Longhouse Plus. Bespoke multi-container projects available. Payment schedule: 50% upon order, 40% upon factory completion, 10% upon installation.
2. Design, Planning and Finance Services: The company offers design, planning, and finance consultation services as part of their project offering, connecting clients with trusted partners for planning permission and financing solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Iron & Pine is a specialist design and manufacturing company that transforms recycled marine-grade Corten steel shipping containers into luxury modular buildings. Production is conducted entirely off-site at its Dalbeattie workshop, with units delivered ready to install via HIAB lorries or cranes and assembled on-site within days. The portfolio spans standard accommodation units (The Coorie, The Nook, The Longhouse, The Retreat and Plus variants), bespoke multi-container builds, and wedding accommodation packages for commercial and residential customers across the UK.

Product overview

Iron & Pine is a specialist design and manufacturing company that creates luxury modular buildings from converted shipping containers. The product portfolio centers on standard accommodation units (The Coorie, The Coorie Plus, The Nook, The Longhouse, The Longhouse Plus, The Retreat) offered in Silver, Gold, and Black edition variants with different levels of furnishing and finish. Beyond standard products, the company delivers bespoke modular solutions for diverse applications including holiday accommodation, wedding venues, residential homes, offices, retail units, catering establishments, and agricultural buildings. Projects range from single 20ft or 40ft containers to complex multi-container configurations like the seven-container home on the Isle of Coll. The company operates an off-site manufacturing model where units are built in their Dalbeattie workshop and delivered ready to install.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Coorie (Standard 20ft modular accommodation) A 14m2 cosy luxury modular retreat with modern ensuite bathroom, floor-to-ceiling windows, and contemporary styling, built from a converted shipping container for couples seeking year-round holiday accommodation. Available in Silver, Gold, and Black edition variants offering different levels of furnishing and finish.
• The Coorie Plus (Upgraded Coorie) An upgraded version of The Coorie offering additional features and premium finishes for enhanced luxury accommodation, targeting couples and small groups willing to pay for higher specification.
• The Nook (Compact modular unit) A compact modular accommodation unit designed for solo travelers or couples, offering efficient space utilization with modern amenities for glamping sites, garden rooms, and small-scale holiday use.
• The Longhouse (Extended modular unit) An extended modular accommodation unit providing larger living space for families or groups, with the same quality finishes as other standard products, suitable for larger groups and family stays.
• The Longhouse Plus (Expanded Longhouse) An expanded version of The Longhouse with additional square footage and enhanced features for larger groups seeking premium extended-stay accommodation.
• The Retreat (30ft luxury modular unit) A 30ft modular accommodation built from a 40ft shipping container, designed to create a luxurious, contemporary space to relax and unwind, suitable for premium glamping sites and luxury holiday use.
• Hotel Room Package (Wedding Venue Accommodation Bundle) A curated wedding accommodation package combining multiple Coorie guest units with a Classic bridal suite, offered in configurations of 6, 12, 18 or 24 units with multi-unit discounts for wedding venues and estates.
• Classic Bridal Suite (28m2 honeymoon suite) A spacious 28m2 honeymoon suite offering premium finishes and luxury amenities, designed to pair with Coorie guest units in wedding venue packages or to be sold as a standalone luxury unit.
• Bespoke Modular Buildings Fully custom modular construction solutions tailored to client specifications, including joined container units, specialized layouts, and unique applications such as bars, retail units, studios, offices, and multi-container homes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Modular home constructed in 12 weeks (vs 1+ year for traditional build in remote locations)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles8 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• GreenfinchcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPlanning consultant partner working with Iron & Pine on client projects. Greenfinch provides site assessments, free 30-minute consultation calls, feasibility studies, and planning application guidance. Offices in Edinburgh, Carlisle, and Oxford. Actively recommended to Iron & Pine clients and also exhibited alongside the company at The Glamping Show.
• Prospus GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDesign and planning partner on major projects. Worked with Iron & Pine on the Isle of Coll seven-container home project (Bothan) providing architectural design expertise. Also involved in ModVillage Office Development with Revolution Architecture (part of Prospus Group) for Kingmoor Park in Carlisle.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Premier Modular: UK modular building manufacturer producing permanent and temporary modular buildings off-site for education, healthcare, commercial, and residential customers. Directly comparable on off-site factory-based construction and bespoke project delivery.
• TopHat: UK-based modular housing manufacturer using factory-based off-site construction to deliver precision-engineered homes. Highly comparable operating model (factory-built, off-site, customisable) though focused on residential housing rather than container-based buildings.
• ilke Homes: UK factory-built modular homes manufacturer delivering residential units at scale using off-site construction. Comparable on off-site manufacturing and modular building delivery, primarily in the residential/housing segment.
• Bunkabin: UK manufacturer of portable and modular cabins serving similar SMB and enterprise buyers (site offices, workforce accommodation, hospitality). Closest direct UK peer in terms of size, modular building product, and quote-based bespoke sales motion.

Emerging players

• Blackdown Shepherd Huts: UK luxury shepherd hut manufacturer serving the holiday accommodation and glamping market. Competes with Iron & Pine for the same farm diversification and glamping site buyers, but with traditional huts rather than container conversions.
• Plankbridge: UK luxury shepherd hut maker positioned in the premium holiday accommodation and glamping segment. Targets the same farm diversification and bespoke accommodation buyers as Iron & Pine with a different product format but overlapping end customer.

Broad incumbents

• Legal & General Modular Homes: Large, capital-backed UK modular housing developer using factory-built methods to deliver residential units at volume. Adjacent in manufacturing approach and vertical (residential construction), but materially larger and more institutional.
• Wernick Group: Established UK family-owned modular building manufacturer providing permanent and hire modular buildings across commercial, education, and residential sectors. Comparable off-site manufacturing model but much larger scale and broader customer base.
• Portakabin: One of the largest UK modular and portable building manufacturers, with a much broader portfolio (site cabins, schools, healthcare, offices). Overlaps with Iron & Pine on modular commercial and office delivery but at significantly greater scale and conventional construction.
• Algeco UK (Modulaire Group): Major international modular space and portable building provider with a substantial UK footprint. Competes with Iron & Pine on modular offices and commercial accommodation, but at a far larger scale and across a broader product portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• TikToktiktok.com/@iron_and_pine

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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