In April UPN launched - “SmartFREIGHT” – what it believes is now the most extensive range of pallet size options available within the sector. New in to the SmartFREIGHT “family”, and targeting a clear market niche is the “Quarter Plus Pallet” with a maximum base of 1.2 metres by 1.2 metres, a height limit of 1.1 metres, and a weight cap of 400 kilos.

“UPN SmartFREIGHT is a leap forward in convenience, flexibility, and excellence for service users”, said UPN MD David Brown, “At UPN, we understand that the right size and fit matter, whether it's small freight or oversized cargo. That's why, for 2024, we've expanded our pallet freight shipping options to now offer six Pallet footprint choices together with a range of OOG ( Out of Gauge) and XL options”

The new Quarter Plus Pallet complements the already comprehensive SmartFREIGHT range of options -

• The “Micro Pallet” - Maximum base of 1.2 metres by 1.2 metres, a height limit of 0.6 metres, and a weight cap of 150 kilos.
• The “Quarter Pallet” - Maximum base of 1.2 metres by 1.2 metres, a height limit of 0.6 metres, and a load capacity of 300 kilos.
• The “Half Pallet” - A versatile option with a maximum base of 1.2 metres by 1.2 metres, a generous height limit of 2.2 metres, and a robust weight allowance of 600 kilos.
• The “Euro Pallet” - Maximum base of 0.8 metres by 1.2 metres, a height cap of 2.0 metres, and a carrying capacity of 1000 kilos.
• The “Full Pallet” a heavyweight option with a maximum base of 1.2 metres by 1.2 metres, a height limit of 2.2 metres, and the flexibility to handle up to 1200 kilos.

SmartFREIGHT also caters for the extreme, with a full range of OOG and XL options for shipments up to 3.0 metres in length, up to 1.2 meters wide, and up to 2.2 meters high.

“UPN has consistently led the way”, said David Brown, "SmartFREIGHT" further distinguishes UPN in this highly competitive Sector. In an industry where choices matter, UPN stands out by offering more choices than ever before delivering flexibility, efficiency, and excellence”.