For many businesses, deciding which shipping preference is right for their specific requirements comes down to two options:
- Pallet shipping
- Parcel shipping
Though they are similar, there are some differences you may need to be aware of before making a decision. Our guide simplifies the differences between pallet shipping and parcel shipping.
What is pallet shipping?
Pallets are used to transport goods in bulk. They are particularly useful when transporting multiple packages at the same time, to the same location, and often require a forklift to be moved around a warehouse or fulfilment centre.
Advantages of pallet shipping
There are many advantages of pallet shipping, including:
- Fewer checkpoints and reduced manual handling
- Less risk of damage or loss
- Packaged securely
- Moved carefully within a warehouse or a fulfilment centre
- Sturdy and versatile, can be used for more than one thing
Which one should I choose?
This decision comes entirely down to the size of your business, the products you sell, as well the needs of the customer. For smaller businesses, shipping lighter goods more frequently may benefit from parcel shipping. For businesses operating on a larger scale, having to ship a large quantity of goods to the same location, pallet shipping would be a better option.
How Lesters Logistics can help
Here at Lesters, we are experts in providing logistics and transport. To see how we can help you, get in touch with our helpful team today.