Pallet Theft and Penalties: The Hidden Cost in Your Supply Chain – and How to Break the Cycle

June

In today’s hyper-connected supply chains, it’s easy to forget that one of the biggest logistical vulnerabilities isn’t digital – it’s wooden.

Every year, millions of pooled pallets go missing, driving up costs, creating disputes, and stalling operations across industries. For companies using traditional wooden pooled systems, pallet theft and loss have become an unavoidable tax on efficiency.

But forward-thinking businesses are taking action, and switching to one-way paper pallets.

A Wake-Up Call from the Front Lines
One of our newest customers recently shared a familiar story: „We were spending more effort chasing pallets than optimizing our supply chain.”
After repeated theft incidents, mounting penalty charges, and growing frustration across their logistics team, they made the decision to pivot, from wooden chaos to paper precision.

Why Are Wooden Pallets So Attractive to Thieves?
Traditional wooden pallets have resale value, making them a prime target for opportunistic theft. Whether sold to recyclers or reused in unauthorized logistics channels, stolen pallets cost companies time, money, and trust. Tracking is difficult. Liability is unclear. And pooled pallet systems typically hold the user accountable, not the system.

The KraftPal Difference
KraftPal’s engineered corrugated paper pallets were designed to disrupt this cycle.

No resale value = no incentive to steal
No return logistics = no lost assets
No disputes = no administrative burden

Our pallets are:

Strong: Handles loads up to 800 kg
100% Recyclable: Supports closed-loop sustainability goals
Lightweight: Reduces fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions
Customizable: Tailored sizes and branding options

Most importantly? No one wants to steal a paper pallet. And that’s exactly the point.

From Risk to Resilience
Companies like IKEA, Nestlé, and dozens of mid-market innovators are already integrating paper pallets into their outbound logistics. The result?

Theft drops to zero
Hidden costs disappear
Supply chains become smoother, lighter, and greener

As our customer put it:
“This change is more than just pallets – it’s a smarter, cleaner, and more efficient way of doing business.”

Are You Still Chasing Pallets?
If you’re still relying on pooled wooden pallets, you’re likely paying for them in ways that never show up on a balance sheet, until they do.
KraftPal gives you control. No more penalties. No more phone calls asking, “Where are the pallets?”

Ready to Move Forward – on Paper?
Let’s talk about how we can help you eliminate theft, streamline operations, and hit your ESG targets, one paper pallet at a time.