Ship your crates, pallets and cases from your door to the show dock. NEX EXPO handles pickup, show delivery and return shipping—with upfront rates and savings for multi-piece shipments.
Pickup and direct delivery to the show dock included.
PLAN YOUR SHIPPING BUDGET
Compare freight and advance-warehouse costs, then get a NEX EXPO rate for your shipment.
STANDARD
Up to 48 × 40 × 45 in · up to 1,000 lb
Zone 4 · 1,500+ mi · one way
Save an estimated
$830
51.1% estimated savings
| Charge | Traditional | With NEX EXPO |
|---|---|---|
| Freight | $1,050 | $795 |
| Advance warehouse | $575 | $0 · direct to dock |
| Total | $1,625 | $795 |
STANDARD ×4
Up to 48 × 40 × 45 in · up to 1,000 lb
Zone 4 · 1,500+ mi · one way
Save an estimated
$3,720
57.2% estimated savings
| Charge | Traditional | With NEX EXPO |
|---|---|---|
| Freight | $4,200 | $3,180 |
| Volume discount | — | −$400 |
| Advance warehouse | $2,300 | $0 · direct to dock |
| Total | $6,500 | $2,780 |
TALL PALLET
Up to 48 × 40 × 72 in · up to 1,000 lb
Zone 4 · 1,500+ mi · one way
Save an estimated
$1,110
55.4% estimated savings
| Charge | Traditional | With NEX EXPO |
|---|---|---|
| Freight | $1,200 | $895 |
| Advance warehouse | $805 | $0 · direct to dock |
| Total | $2,005 | $895 |
Estimates compare freight plus advance-warehouse charges. NEX EXPO delivers direct to the show dock with no advance-warehouse charge. Decorator material handling may vary by show and is billed separately. Late fees excluded. Planning estimates, not carrier offers.
PROCESS
From instant quote to booth-ready freight — we handle every step so you don't have to.
01
Enter your ZIP, select your show, and choose your shipment type. Instant pricing — no account needed.
02
We coordinate pickup from your door and consolidate your freight before the show. All logistics managed.
03
We deliver directly to the show-site loading dock as your direct-to-dock carrier.
04
The official decorator moves freight from dock to booth — exactly as required by show regulations. You focus on exhibiting.
PRICING
Pickup and direct show dock delivery included. See zone 1–4 pricing →
TRUNK
Trunk / Road Case
Rolling trunks, ATA cases
From $325
Pickup + show dock delivery
STANDARD
Standard Pallet
Up to 48 × 40 × 45 in · up to 1,000 lb
From $495
Pickup + show dock delivery
OVERSIZE
Tall Pallet
Up to 48 × 40 × 72 in · up to 1,000 lb
From $595
Pickup + show dock delivery
HEAVY / CUSTOM
Wooden Crate
Within 50 × 48 × 84 in; up to 800 or 1500 lb. Enter custom crate dimensions and weight to get your rate.
From $895
Pickup + show dock delivery
From $495
Standard pallet shipping
One standard pallet, Zone 1 (up to 500.00 miles). Freight only.
15% off
Return freight booked with your outbound shipment
Applied to return freight after eligible volume discounts; added services are separate.
Save $400
Volume discount on four standard pallets
Zone 1 example, compared with four undiscounted NEX EXPO base freight rates.
Freight rates cover the selected pickup and delivery service. Show-contractor handling, storage, Value Protection and residential services are separate.
No account needed · instant pricing
WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT
One NEX EXPO quote connects pickup and show delivery. We deliver to the show dock around its receiving schedule and handle pickup after the event for return or next-show shipping.
Origin
LTL
Advance Warehouse
Drayage Transfer
Show Dock
Booth
Advance-warehouse receiving, storage and transfer can add to your total shipping cost.
Origin
Direct LTL
Show Dock
Booth
Pickup and show delivery in one coordinated plan.
Delivery follows your show’s receiving schedule. Decorator material handling is separate.
We handle pickup and delivery to your show’s receiving dock.
Pickup to show dock
We handle show delivery, receiving check-in and shipping paperwork.
Arrival and paperwork
Arrange return pickup or your next show-to-show shipment with the same NEX EXPO team.
One NEX EXPO team
See your transportation rate before booking, with eligible multi-piece and return discounts.
Rate before booking
No account needed · instant pricing
PLAN YOUR NEXT SHOW
NJSBA-WORKSHOP-2026
Atlantic City Convention Center
Atlantic City, NJ
NEX EXPO shipping deadline
Oct 12, 2026
FABTECH 2026
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
NEX EXPO shipping deadline passed
Oct 7, 2026
AAPEX-2026
The Venetian Expo
Las Vegas, NV
NEX EXPO shipping deadline
Oct 27, 2026
SEMA Show 2026
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
NEX EXPO shipping deadline
Oct 26, 2026
AHR Expo 2027
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
NEX EXPO shipping deadline
Jan 14, 2027
BUILT FOR
One platform for every type of exhibitor — from startups doing their first show to agencies managing fifty.
You manage booth timelines, budgets, and pressure. We remove warehouse delays and surprise fees so your freight arrives on time and on budget.
See how it worksYou coordinate materials across multiple shows. We simplify inbound shipping so your crews focus on build-out — not chasing freight.
See how it worksShow up at every show. Spend less doing it. Volume discounts, multi-show account management, and flat-rate pricing.
See how it worksYou manage multiple clients, shows, and vendors. Our flat-rate model keeps proposals clean and margins protected.
See how it worksYou need predictable delivery windows and compliant carriers. NEX EXPO delivers directly to the show-site loading dock and coordinates dock appointments for your exhibitors.
See how it worksYou need reliability, tracking, and repeatability. Replace chaotic broker chains with one scalable, end-to-end workflow.
See how it worksCOMMON QUESTIONS
Getting your rate, preparing your shipment and planning the next move. View all FAQs →
Select your show and route, then choose your package types and quantities. Add dimensions and weight for custom crates to see your transportation rate before booking.
Choose standard package types and quantities for freight within the displayed allowances. For custom crates, enter the packed outside dimensions and gross weight to calculate a rate within the supported limits.
We coordinate pickup, freight transportation, shipping documents, carrier check-in and delivery to your show’s receiving dock.
No. You can see your shipping rate without an account. Sign in or create an account when you are ready to book.
Your account shows recorded shipment activity. Email updates keep you informed at key milestones, including pickup and delivery.
Yes. Add return shipping while planning your outbound shipment, or contact NEX EXPO to arrange collection after the show. We can also help plan shipping to your next show.
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Our team typically replies within a few hours
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