When your business or personal delivery needs go beyond standard parcels, cargo shipping becomes essential. Whether you’re sending pallets, bulky equipment, or commercial freight, choosing the right logistics partner is key. That’s where ParcelParcel steps in – making cargo shipping easy, affordable, and fast.
Chantal has been writing about logistics topics for almost two decades and has worked for major international carriers.
Cargo shipping refers to transporting large or heavy items, often on pallets or in crates, via road, sea, or air. It’s commonly used by businesses for international trade, but individuals also use it for sending goods like furniture or machinery abroad.
ParcelParcel offers access to trusted carriers like DHL, FedEx, UPS and PostNL, allowing you to compare rates and book your cargo shipment in just a few clicks.
With ParcelParcel, you instantly compare rates from multiple global carriers. Whether you’re shipping by sea freight or express air cargo, we help you choose the most cost-efficient and reliable option.
Our service includes door-to-door pickup and delivery, no matter the destination. Whether it’s to Europe, Asia, or the US, we take care of the entire process – so you don’t have to.
No hidden fees. ParcelParcel offers full cost visibility upfront. Use our shipping calculator and customs tools to avoid surprises.
Our logistics experts are ready to help with packing guidelines, documentation, and customs clearance – ensuring your cargo arrives on time and in perfect condition.
All shipments can be insured via our Transport Guarantee. Plus, track your cargo in real time for full peace of mind.
ParcelParcel regularly handles cargo shipping to destinations like:
Dubai to Netherlands (see details)
South Africa to Europe (read more)
Worldwide pallet shipping (pallet guide)
Wherever your cargo needs to go, ParcelParcel is ready to get it there.
Whether you’re shipping commercial goods or oversized personal items, ParcelParcel simplifies the process. With transparent pricing, expert service, and global reach, we’re your go-to partner for international cargo shipping.
Use our Shipping Calculator now and book your cargo shipment in minutes.Cargo shipping involves transporting large or heavy goods, such as pallets, crates, or bulk shipments, often internationally. ParcelParcel helps you arrange these shipments easily.
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Use ParcelParcel’s shipping calculator to compare prices across carriers instantly based on your cargo’s size, weight, and destination.
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Absolutely. ParcelParcel specializes in international cargo shipping, offering service to and from nearly every country via trusted carriers.
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Use sturdy pallets or crates, label everything clearly,. Check out our packaging tips to ensure safe delivery and avoid damage.
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Yes, with our Transport Guarantee, your cargo is protected in case of damage or loss. We recommend insuring all high-value shipments.
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You can instantly check the shipping costs through our rate calculator. Enter the weight, dimensions, and destination country of your shipment, and you will see all available shipping options along with their respective delivery times. The calculator can be used to compare shipping rates for both export and import shipments.
If you need help calculating a shipping rate, watch the video below. Click on the 
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Shipping costs are calculated based on dimensions (LxWxH in cm), weight (in kg), and the destination country. Both the actual weight (as shown on the scale) and the volumetric weight are considered.
The volumetric weight is the weight calculated based on the space your shipment occupies in the plane. The higher of the two weights (volumetric or actual weight) is used to calculate the shipping rate. You don't need to calculate this yourself; our calculator does it for you.
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You can use the discount code PP10 for 10% discount on the transportation costs of your first shipment. You can apply the discount code during the checkout process (instructions).
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Whether additional costs apply depends on whether your shipment stays within the European Union or is sent to/from a country outside the European Union. Below, you can see the additional costs for each situation.
Within the European Union
If, for example, you send a shipment from the Netherlands to Italy (within the EU), there will be an additional 21% VAT on the shipping costs.
Furthermore, if your shipment stays within the European Union, you won't have to deal with any import duties or customs clearance fees because your shipment doesn't go through customs. Please note that the European Union is not the same as Europe.
View here all the countries that are part of the European Union. For example, Switzerland is part of Europe but not part of the European Union.
Outside the European Union
If, for example, you send a shipment from the Netherlands to the United States, there will be no VAT (0%) applied to the displayed shipping rates.
However, there might be import duties levied by customs in the destination country if you send a shipment to/from a country outside the European Union. Typically, customs costs are charged to the recipient. This is known as Delivered At Place (DAP) in logistics terminology.
Customs is a government agency that levies import duties in certain cases to protect the local market. As a company, you can also ship using Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), which means any customs costs will be charged to you as the sender.
If you have any questions about this topic, feel free to contact us. Additionally, you can read everything about import duties, VAT, and the customs clearance process in this blog.
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A customs invoice is a form where all the goods you want to ship are specified. This invoice includes an English description of the goods, along with their corresponding value and weight.
The contents of your shipment must be specified per type of product you're sending to avoid delays at customs. A customs invoice is always prepared in quadruplicate in accordance with customs guidelines.
When is a customs invoice required?
A customs invoice is only required for shipments to/from countries outside the European Union (e.g., Netherlands - United States). If your shipment stays within the European Union (e.g., Netherlands - Italy), your shipment will not go through customs, and therefore, a customs invoice is not required.
Additionally, document shipments are not subject to customs, so if you're sending a document to a country within/outside the European Union, no customs invoice is needed.
Please note that not all goods can be shipped to every country. You can find a list of goods that cannot be sent via ParcelParcel on this page.
Do I need to create a customs invoice myself?
If you're sending a shipment to/from a country outside the European Union, it's mandatory to include a customs invoice with the shipment. We provide free support in creating a customs invoice.
You can easily generate a customs invoice through our shipping platform. The customs invoice will be automatically generated based on the content you specified during your booking.
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You can import just as easily as export via ParcelParcel.
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You can find a list of goods that cannot be shipped via ParcelParcel on this page.
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