It is provided a receptacle holder (1, 1a-b) for selectively allowing a receptacle (4, 4a-b) to be removed. The receptacle holder (1, 1a-b) comprises: an attachment member (10) being configured to engage with a receptacle (4, 4a-b) to selectively keep the receptacle (4, 4a-b) in a locked engagement with the receptacle holder (1, 1a-b); a processor (60); and a memory (64) storing instructions (67) that, when executed by the processor, cause the receptacle holder (1, 1a-b) to: determine to unlock the attachment member (10); and unlock the receptable (4, 4a-b) from the attachment member (10). A corresponding receptacle holder, computer program and computer program product are also provided.

A transport container includes a body. The transport container further includes a first securing mechanism coupled to the body. The first securing mechanism is configured to couple the body to a second securing mechanism of an attachment point. The transport container further includes a controller configured to receive a request for coupling. The controller is configured to authenticate the request for coupling responsive to receiving the request for coupling. The controller is further configured to, responsive to authenticating the request for coupling, initiate coupling between the first securing mechanism and the second securing mechanism. The coupling includes locking a first locking structure of the first securing mechanism to a first attachment structure of the second securing mechanism.

A delivery box with a main rectilinear receiving compartment with a wedge-shaped upper area. A movable divider is hingedly attached along one side to the interior of the main compartment, and can be lowered into place to provide additional support, stability or space, thereby dividing the interior into two sections. A zippered door or flap provides access to the interior for storage of delivered packages, groceries, or similar items. The zippered door or flap may be locked. One or more hooks extend from the top of the delivery box for mounting on a door.

A secured receiving arrangement for a delivered parcel includes a parcel receptacle for the delivered parcel to be enclosed therein; a lock arrangement to lock and unlock the lid of the parcel receptacle; and a securing device to secure the parcel receptacle to a door at the property to where the delivered parcel is addressed. The securing device is attached at one end to the parcel receptacle and at the other end includes an abutment such that when the securing device is slid under the door and the door is then closed, un-securing the parcel receptacle from the door is prevented by the abutment of the securing device engaging the internal side of the door.

This invention involves a novel method, device, system and apparatus to receive, return or exchange parcels securely. The invention involves a novel security apparatus and one or more parcel receptacles. The novel security apparatus can be securely connected to an object such as a door knob or door handle or door knockers or door or any object to which my security apparatus can be securely connected. The parcel receptacles can be of many types. The locking mechanism in the security apparatus and on the parcel receptacle can be of technological in nature using the latest advancements in wireless technology, or alternatively, involve simple physical lock and key mechanisms. The apparatus allows access to parcels to authenticated users only, and involve many safety features including an audible alarm and other tamper-proof mechanisms to ensure safety of parcels.

Systems, apparatuses, and methods are provided herein for updating directions to a container. In one embodiment an apparatus for updating directions to a container comprises a container housing, a movement sensor attached to the container housing, a wireless transceiver; and a control circuit coupled to the movement sensor and the wireless transceiver. The control circuit being configured to: detect a relocation of the container housing via the movement sensor, determine an estimated new location of the container, and send, via the wireless transceiver, the estimated new location to a computing device to initiate an update of a direction to the container.

A container for securing receipt of parcels or other items is disclosed. One embodiment includes a wire mesh collapsible container, closed at the bottom and sides and open at the top with a cinching mechanism that allows a parcel carrier to quickly and easily close the top, thus securing the package within. The container itself is secured to a fixed attachment point, and can only be opened by key once cinched by the carrier. Another embodiment includes a means for electronically notifying the parcel recipient once a package has been secured. Other embodiments are described and shown.

A secure food delivery container including a container assembly, a locking assembly and a hook assembly. The container assembly includes a rectangular insulated container with a hingedly attached lid. The hingedly attached lid is configured to close the container. The locking assembly includes a locking mechanism. The hook assembly includes a hook member. The hook member protrudes upward from the container. The hook member is operated to hang the container from the top of a door. The locking mechanism is configured to lock the lid with the container in a closed configuration.

A parcel delivery locker has a body portion formed by four panels that are joined to each other along hinge joints at their vertical edges. The hinges joints allow the body portion to be alternatively configured into a stack for shipping, or as a box for use in receiving and containing parcels. A lid is joined to the body portion during assembly and has an electronically controlled locking mechanism that can be wirelessly controlled to lock or unlock. A floor portion is coupled to the four panels as well.

A collapsible safe box that can be removably or permanently affixed to a structure. The collapsible safe box may include protractible and retractable side member, bottom member, and lid. The collapsible safe box may include one or more electronic devices to monitor and operate the functioning of the safe box. In examples, the collapsible safe box may include means to allow for remove operation.