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What is pallet shipping?
Pallet shipping moves engines, gearboxes, body panels and other vehicle parts from the UK. Goods are packed, measured and documented before travelling by groupage or dedicated freight service.
The Ship Cars is the vehicle shipping agent division of Ascope Shipping Services LTD, registered in England.
The Ship Cars offers international pallet shipping for automotive parts, engines, gearboxes, and general palletised cargo. Our pallet service is ideal for customers who need to ship vehicle components, spare parts, or smaller consignments that do not require a full container.
Palletised freight is collected from your premises, consolidated at our warehouse, and shipped via container to destinations worldwide. We handle all documentation, customs clearance, and can arrange delivery to the final address at the destination.
Why Choose Our Pallet Shipping
Cost-Effective for Parts
Pallet shipping is significantly cheaper than booking a full container for smaller consignments such as engines, gearboxes, and body panels.
Flexible Consignment Sizes
Ship anything from a single pallet to multiple pallets. We accommodate standard UK pallets (1200 x 1000mm) and euro pallets (1200 x 800mm).
Consolidation Service
Your pallets are consolidated with other cargo heading to the same destination, reducing costs whilst maintaining regular sailing schedules.
Door-to-Door Available
Collection from your premises in the UK and delivery to the final address at the destination, including customs clearance.
Secure Handling
All palletised goods are shrink-wrapped, strapped, and secured inside the container to prevent movement during transit.
Full Documentation Support
We prepare commercial invoices, packing lists, and customs declarations for your palletised shipment.
How It Works
Request a Quote
Provide details of your goods, pallet dimensions, weight, and destination. We will provide a fixed-price quotation.
Collection
We arrange collection of your pallets from anywhere in the UK using our trusted haulage network.
Warehouse & Consolidation
Pallets are received at our warehouse, inspected, and consolidated into a shipping container.
Shipping & Tracking
Your cargo sails to the destination port. Track progress through our system.
Customs & Delivery
We handle customs clearance at the destination and arrange final delivery if required.
Indicative Pricing
Prices are estimates for a standard car. Get an exact quote for your vehicle.
Single Pallet (Europe)
Standard pallet up to 500kg
Single Pallet (Worldwide)
Standard pallet up to 500kg
Engine on Pallet
Crated and secured
Multiple Pallets
Volume discounts available
Frequently Asked Questions
What items can I ship on a pallet?
Do I need to provide the pallet?
How long does pallet shipping take?
Is my pallet shipment insured?
Official government resources
Always confirm current customs, duty and vehicle registration rules with the official authorities before you ship.
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