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Warehouse Storage Cost Ireland: Transparent Pricing from Joe McGovern Transport

By Joe McGovern Transport

Pallet storage in Ireland typically costs between €3 and €5 per pallet per week for managed 3PL warehouse facilities. At Joe McGovern Transport (Co. Cavan), pallet storage starts from €3.50 per pallet per week, with additional charges for goods-in handling, outbound picking, and distribution. Exact costs depend on pallet volume, storage duration, and the services required.

Understanding warehousing costs is one of the first questions any Irish business asks before outsourcing storage. Below we break down each cost component, explain the factors that drive price variation, and provide the indicative rates charged at our Co. Cavan facility.

Pallet Storage Rates in Ireland

All rates exclude VAT at 23%. Minimum storage term: one week. Contact us for a project-specific quote including your volume, frequency, and distribution requirements.

What Factors Affect Warehousing Costs in Ireland?

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  Pallet Volume The more pallets you store, the lower the per-unit rate. High-volume customers (50+ pallets per week) typically negotiate lower storage rates. Low-volume customers pay the standard rack rate.
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  Storage Duration Short-term buffer storage (1 to 4 weeks) is priced at standard weekly rates. Longer-term storage (12+ weeks) may attract a discount at higher volumes. There is no long-term lock-in at Joe McGovern Transport.
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  Services Required Pure storage (pallet in, pallet out) is less expensive than a full 3PL service that includes goods-in checking, pick and pack, order management, and outbound distribution. Most Irish businesses require a combination of storage and distribution.
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  Container Handling Container devanning, stripping a 20 ft or 40 ft container and palletising the contents, is charged separately from storage and is priced on the specific container and product type. Labour content is the main variable. Businesses importing non-EU goods should also factor in customs warehousing rules, which can suspend duty and VAT while goods are stored.
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  Distribution Requirements If you require outbound delivery to customers or retail outlets, distribution costs are in addition to storage. Joe McGovern Transport uses the Palletxpress Network for 32-county next-day delivery. Rates are available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How much does pallet storage cost per week in Ireland?

  Pallet storage in Ireland costs between €3 and €5 per pallet per week for a managed 3PL facility.
• Are there minimum contracts for warehousing in Ireland?

  No minimum long-term contract is required at Joe McGovern Transport. We operate on a flexible basis with a minimum one-week storage term. You can scale up or down as your business requires.
• What is included in a warehousing cost?

  A standard warehousing quote in Ireland will include: pallet storage (weekly charge), goods-in handling (one-off per pallet received), outbound handling (per dispatch), and any value-added services such as pick and pack or container devanning. Distribution to your customers is quoted separately.
• Is VAT charged on warehousing in Ireland?

  Yes. Warehousing and logistics services in Ireland attract VAT at the standard rate of 23%. All quoted rates from Joe McGovern Transport are exclusive of VAT. VAT-registered businesses can reclaim the VAT as input credit.
• What is the difference between storage and 3PL costs?

  Storage cost is the weekly charge to hold your pallets in a secure facility. 3PL cost is storage plus all handling services: receiving, order fulfilment, pick and pack, and outbound distribution. A full 3PL service costs more per unit than pure storage but removes the need for your own warehouse, logistics, and transport staff.