Tips & Tricks for Efficient Packing and Shipping

If you do not already have a shipping company as your first choice, always compare costs across different couriers’ websites. Ecoparcel offers the best prices in Europe compared to competitors. You can easily check prices by entering the origin and destination of your parcel and how much your parcel weighs. We’ll provide you with the best offers so you can choose and book delivery in just a few clicks.

5. Choose only high‑quality packing materials

Cheap attempts to skip foam caps, polystyrene peanuts, or bubble wrap rarely pay off. Investing in quality protective materials reduces breakage and replacement costs over time.

If you frequently send parcels to other foreign countries or other cities, or if you are planning to send a box for the first time, you will find many useful tips on the Ecoparcel page on how to save money, save time or avoid failing to protect the products you send.

Avoid extra charges by choosing a box that fits your item snugly. If the box is too small, you’ll struggle to close it, risk damage, and incur overweight fees. If it’s too large and not filled properly, your items may shift and break. We recommend calculating your parcel’s volumetric weight to prevent additional charges and headaches.

"Outsourcing order fulfillment has many benefits: lower shipping rates, reduced operating costs, and broader reach to help you grow into new markets. Working with a fulfillment provider lets you focus on other aspects of your business and continue to grow," says Alexis Mera Damen.

The key is choosing the right fulfillment partner. Bulk delivery discounts and optimized operations can follow. Send us an inquiry and we’ll help you set up fulfillment with the best prices across Europe.

Once you’ve chosen your courier, consider opening a business account. Most companies—including Ecoparcel—offer exclusive discounts, expense tracking, and online tools to manage shipments and payments for account holders. A business account is especially worthwhile if you ship more than 30 international parcels per month.