Pallet transport in Brescia: how it works and what delivery times to expect
How a pallet shipment from Brescia and its province works: pallet formats, 24h and 48h service levels, what to prepare before collection and tracking.
Pallet transport is the most common way for companies in the province of Brescia to ship goods to their own sites, customers and distributors across Italy and Europe. The service is easy to use, but organising it well makes a real difference to transit times, cost and the condition of the goods on arrival. This guide explains how a pallet shipment with Ital Log works, from the quote request to delivery.
What pallet transport means
Pallet transport is the shipment of palletised goods: cartons or items secured on a pallet with stretch film or strapping, so that the whole unit can be moved with a pallet truck or forklift without handling the individual packages. Compared with loose parcels, a pallet protects the goods better, shortens loading and unloading and makes it possible to calculate the space on the vehicle in advance.
Ital Log handles pallet transport in Brescia and throughout the region, with deliveries across Italy and Europe. For palletised shipments we rely on the Pall-Ex Italia network, of which we are a partner: it allows even a single pallet to be shipped with defined transit times and online tracking.
How a pallet shipment from Brescia works
The flow is always the same, whether the goods leave from Brescia itself, from Ospitaletto, from Montichiari or from a warehouse in the Bassa Bresciana.
1. Quote request
The first step is to send the shipment details: collection and delivery town, number of pallets, dimensions, weight, type of goods and the service level you need. With this information we can recommend the most suitable option and its rate. If you are unsure which format to choose, simply send us the dimensions and weight of the goods.
2. Preparing the pallet
The goods must sit firmly on the pallet, be wrapped in stretch film and not overhang the base. A well prepared pallet travels better and is loaded faster. Labels with the consignee and order references should be applied where they are clearly visible.
3. Collection
At collection our staff check the number of pallets and the external condition of the goods. If the loading point is inside a restricted traffic zone or needs special equipment, it helps to say so at the quote stage: ZTL deliveries, porterage and ADR goods handling are available on request.
4. Transport and tracking
Shipments handled through the Pall-Ex Italia network can be tracked online at every stage, from collection to delivery. The tracking number is issued at departure and can be checked from the tracking section of our website or on the Pall-Ex Italia portal.
5. Delivery
Delivery takes place within the chosen service level. If the consignee has time windows, access restrictions or unloading constraints, letting us know in advance avoids waiting time or a second attempt.
Pallet formats: 120x80 and 120x100
The most widely used formats are the EPAL pallet at 120x80 cm and the 120x100 cm pallet. With the Pall-Ex network you only ship the space you need: from small palletised consignments up to a full pallet, with rates differentiated by format and service level. A winery in Franciacorta shipping half a pallet therefore pays for what it actually ships, without having to fill a whole pallet.
| Format | Base | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| EPAL | 120x80 cm | Standard goods, racking, distribution |
| Industrial pallet | 120x100 cm | Bulky items, drums, wide packaging |
| Reduced formats | quarter and half pallet | Small quantities, samples, replenishment |
Delivery times: Non Stop 24h and Standard 48h
Two service levels are available for pallet shipments within Italy:
- Non Stop 24h: fast delivery where available, suited to urgent orders and replenishment.
- Standard 48h: the right balance between transit time and cost for most B2B shipments.
For European destinations the International level is available. Transit times are indicative and vary according to postcode, volume and type of goods: for a specific route, for example from Rovato to a customer in another region, we confirm the expected delivery time in the quote.
More than transport: warehousing and distribution
Many companies in the province of Brescia combine pallet transport with other services. Those without enough space of their own can entrust their goods to our third-party warehouse, from which we handle storage, order preparation and distribution. For full loads or deliveries with special requirements there is dedicated transport, while for smaller volumes to several destinations groupage shares the vehicle and keeps costs down.
Frequently asked questions about pallet transport in Brescia
What information do you need for a quote?
Collection and delivery town, number of pallets, dimensions and weight of each, type of goods and the service level you need. Any constraints such as ZTL delivery, unloading hours or ADR goods should be mentioned straight away.
Can I ship a single pallet?
Yes. Through the Pall-Ex Italia network we also handle single-pallet and reduced-format shipments, with rates differentiated by pallet type and service.
How can I track my shipment?
Every shipment handled through the network can be tracked online from collection to delivery. The tracking number is used only to retrieve the shipment's status updates.
Do you deliver to Europe as well?
Yes. In addition to deliveries throughout Italy, we handle pallet shipments to European destinations with the International service level.
Request a quote for your pallet transport
If your company is based in Brescia or its province and needs to ship palletised goods within Italy or to Europe, we are happy to provide a clear, no-obligation proposal. You can request a quote online, write to info@itallog.it or call +39 030 8860285. Our operational site is at Via Francesco Castagna 7, Brescia.
