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How many pallets fit in a standard 20ft shipping container, and can you optimise the load?

A standard 20ft container holds **10 pallets** as a baseline. Members note that you can **double-stack pallets** if you configure the load correctly to maximise the available height, increasing capacity beyond this figure. The exact number will depend on pallet dimensions, product height, and weight distribution. For European shipments (e.g. France to UK), members recommend checking with your freight forwarder or logistics provider first—they often handle the optimisation and can advise on practical limits for your specific cargo. If you need customs handling for cross-border moves, **Transmec** (contact: Idavis@transmecgroup.com, approx. £50 per delivery) is familiar with Brexit paperwork requirements, though your glass or product manufacturer's logistics partner may also offer this service in-house.