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Packaging and transport: an essential partnership
Discover how Oplezio and VINIGO combine their expertise to support professionals from packaging through to delivery.
Every bottle that reaches the shelves of a wine shop may have travelled several hundred kilometres before being offered for sale. When a wine merchant receives an order, only one thing matters: the products must arrive in perfect condition.
A broken bottle, damaged pallet or delayed delivery represents much more than a simple logistical incident. It leads to lost time, additional procedures and sometimes even a stock shortage.
A successful delivery is the result of a carefully managed logistics chain. This shared conviction led Oplezio to establish a partnership with VINIGO, providing professionals with complementary support from packaging through to delivery.
1. A bottle travels a long way before reaching your wine shop
Between leaving a winery, brewery or distillery and arriving in-store, a bottle is handled many times. Packing, placing into boxes, palletisation, loading, transport and unloading all present potential risks.
The most common causes of breakage are:
- Unsuitable packaging
- An inadequately stabilised pallet
- Inappropriate handling
- Transport by a non-specialist carrier
The quality of the product alone is not enough. To protect it until it reaches its destination, packaging and transport must be considered together.
2. Packaging: your products’ first line of protection
When discussing shipping, transport is often the first thing that comes to mind. However, protecting bottles begins well before their departure with the choice of suitable packaging.
To meet the specific requirements of bottle transport, Oplezio has developed shipping solutions that combine protection, ease of use and time savings. These include:
The Barcelona range for shipping wine
Each bottle is placed in an individual box with integrated protective inserts. The boxes are then grouped inside a double-wall outer shipping carton. This solution is available in several formats, from one to twelve bottles, as well as a Magnum version.
The Brussels range for shipping beer
Each bottle or can is protected by a system of double-wall cardboard dividers integrated directly into the shipping carton. Available in formats for 6, 12 or 24 beers, this solution keeps each product securely in place during transport.
These solutions offer several advantages:
- Enhanced protection thanks to inserts designed specifically for bottles and cans
- Formats suited to different shipping requirements, from individual parcels to larger orders
- Quick assembly, with packaging supplied flat to optimise storage
Beyond protecting products, the objective is also to make everyday operations easier by providing professionals with a reliable shipping solution that is quick to prepare and suited to the requirements of their business.
3. Transport: a trusted partner makes all the difference
Once the bottles have been prepared and packed correctly, the next stage begins: transporting them to the wine merchant, distributor or end customer.
Transporting wine, spirits and beer involves specific constraints. Product fragility, pallet weight and delivery deadlines all require suitable organisation and specialist expertise.
To meet these challenges, VINIGO has developed a service dedicated entirely to industry professionals. Backed by TPS Affrètement, a family business based in the Drôme department with more than 50 years of experience, VINIGO provides transport solutions designed to help producers, wine merchants, wholesalers and distributors manage their shipments.
Its services include:
- Five flexible pallet formats, allowing businesses to ship only the volume they require
- All-inclusive pricing excluding VAT, with no fuel surcharge or hidden fees
- Next-business-day delivery through the Pro service across much of France
- VINIGO Online, a platform available 24 hours a day for managing and tracking shipments
- A dedicated contact who understands the specific requirements of the industry
- Fewer than 1% of shipments resulting in claims each year, with incidents handled promptly when they occur
Beyond simply transporting goods, VINIGO provides professionals with a service combining personal support, responsiveness and visibility, allowing them to manage their shipments with greater peace of mind.
4. Why Oplezio and VINIGO decided to combine their expertise
At first glance, packaging and transport may appear to be two very different activities. However, they share the same objective: ensuring bottles reach their destination under the best possible conditions. This common vision brought Oplezio and VINIGO together.
By combining their expertise, Oplezio and VINIGO provide a comprehensive approach to securing supplies. Oplezio supports professionals from the outset with packaging solutions suited to the requirements of the industry. VINIGO then takes over with a specialist transport service designed to protect the goods until they reach their destination.
This complementary approach gives wine merchants, producers and distributors greater peace of mind, allowing them to focus fully on their business.
5. Six essential steps for securing your supplies
Even when working with trusted partners, a few good practices can reduce risks and provide greater peace of mind when shipping your products. Here are the main steps to follow.
1. Choose a shipping solution suited to your bottles
Not all bottles present the same constraints. Using a solution designed specifically for transporting them, such as an individual bottle box placed inside an outer shipping carton, provides better protection while simplifying order preparation.
2. Match your packaging to the volume being shipped
A single bottle, a three-bottle gift box and a twelve-bottle order do not require the same packaging. Choosing the right format for each shipment improves product protection, makes handling easier and optimises transport costs.
3. Use a specialist carrier
Transporting wine, spirits and beer involves very specific requirements. Working with a partner that understands the industry provides access to suitable support, better shipment tracking and more effective incident management.
4. Prepare for busy periods
Wine fairs, the festive season and promotional campaigns often lead to increased shipping volumes. Planning your supplies in advance helps secure delivery times and avoid last-minute emergencies.
5. Track your shipments effectively
Being able to track shipments easily, monitor their progress and contact a dedicated adviser saves valuable time. Well-organised logistics also make it easier to keep customers informed whenever necessary.
6. Inspect goods promptly upon arrival
It only takes a few minutes to check the condition of parcels when they arrive. This allows any incident to be identified quickly, makes the claims process easier and limits the impact on your business.
Conclusion
Behind every bottle that reaches a shop in perfect condition is a series of good decisions. Suitable packaging, careful preparation and specialist transport all work together to secure your supplies.
By combining their expertise, Oplezio and VINIGO provide complementary solutions for professionals working with wine, spirits, beer and regional products.
Because ultimately, the best delivery is the one you no longer need to worry about: it simply arrives on time and in perfect condition.
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