Pallet shipping without the hassle

Did you know there are over 2.3 billion pallets moving around Europe at any time? That’s more than 3 times the number of people! With all those pallets in motion, there’s a lot that can go wrong: hidden costs, oversized pallets triggering surcharges, and trucks running half empty while you’re still paying FTL prices. Add in tail lifts or inside delivery, and things get even more pricey and complicated.

We’re here to guide you through the maze of pallet shipping and show you how our pallet services can make things predictable, digital and transparent.

4 big challenges when shipping pallets

If you’ve shipped pallets before, you’ve probably encountered common headaches like these:

• Hidden costs: Complex routes, site access issues and border crossings all add time, paperwork and unexpected charges.
• Wrong dimensions: If pallet size or weight is off, carriers apply surcharges straight away. Oversized loads may even need custom handling.
• Poor truck utilisation: Half-empty trucks still cost full price, so you pay for space you don’t actually use.
• Extra handling: Useful add-on services like tail lifts, inside delivery or oversized pallets come with a higher bill.

How are pallet-shipping costs calculated?

On your pallet shipping bills, all of these items quickly add up:

Distance: Longer routes always cost more, especially when borders or remote areas come into play.

Pallet size and weight: A Euro pallet (120×80 cm) is the baseline. Go oversized or overweight, and you’ll see surcharges.

Number of pallets: The more you send, the lower the cost per pallet, since fuel, driver and handling costs spread across the load.

Delivery urgency: Express always costs more than standard lead times.

Location: Urban hubs are cheaper to reach. Remote or logistically awkward addresses cost more.

Market demand: When carriers have spare capacity, you benefit. When they don’t, prices climb.

Pallet services: How CtrlChain fixes the problems

Pallet services from CtrlChain take the uncertainty out of pallet shipping. You see instant prices with no hidden costs. Plus, you get the most competitive rates across Benelux (terms and conditions apply). Every pallet type is standardised and clearly defined. Change a detail, and the cost updates straight away, so there’s no unpleasant surprises.

All shipments come with tracking and real-time visibility. Our certified carriers and documentation reduce risks of damage or delay. If you need extras like urgent delivery or a tail lift, you’ll always see the cost upfront.

Pallet types and shipment sizes

CtrlChain supports different pallet formats so you can ship just about anything: Euro pallets, industrial/block pallets (120×100 cm), half-pallets (60x80cm) and oversized loads that need custom handling.

Shipment sizes scale with your needs. For a handful of pallets, Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) combines your freight with others. For bigger loads, Partial Truckload (PTL) takes a large portion of a truck. At around 30–33 Euro pallets, you’re in Full Truckload (FTL) territory, which means you get dedicated capacity.

Why businesses choose CtrlChain

Companies using CtrlChain pallet services save money and avoid the hassle. Costs stay lower and more predictable. Risks of delays, damage or extra fees drop. Our service scales as you grow, whether you ship one-off or regular lanes. And because everything runs digitally, you save time and cut down on admin.

Try it yourself

Want to ship pallets without the confusion and hassle? With CtrlChain, you get the clarity and control that your business needs. Book a demo or try our free pallet calculator now.