With Valentine’s Day approaching, the air cargo industry is witnessing a major spike in flower shipments, ensuring that fresh blooms arrive on time for one of the busiest floral seasons of the year. Leading air freight operators have ramped up capacity, flight schedules, and logistics infrastructure to meet the increased demand for roses, tulips, and other popular flowers.
Record-Breaking Flower Shipments Across Global Markets
- Swissport: Handling over 250 million flowers at its Nairobi air cargo hub, with 35 additional freighter flights supporting the increased volume.
- Avianca Cargo: Operated approximately 300 cargo flights, transporting 8,000 tons of flowers from South America to North America.
- LATAM Cargo: Moved 25,000 tons of flowers from Colombia and Ecuador, reporting a 36 percent increase in Valentine’s shipments.
- American Airlines Cargo: Transported 417 tons of flowers from Europe to the U.S., a 50 percent increase compared to last year.
The Role of Air Freight in Global Flower Logistics
- Cold Chain Logistics: Airlines ensure flowers remain fresh with temperature-controlled handling from farm to final destination.
- Express Cargo Solutions: Optimized flight schedules and freight networks allow flowers to reach markets in record time.
- Strategic Air Freight Hubs: Key airports like Nairobi, Bogotá, Quito, and Miami are playing a crucial role in global flower distribution.
Airlines and Cargo Handlers Expanding Their Operations
As demand for fresh-cut flowers continues to rise, air cargo operators are investing in fleet expansion, infrastructure upgrades, and digitalization to improve supply chain efficiency. The Valentine’s Day peak season highlights the critical role of air logistics in handling time-sensitive perishable goods.
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