In the two weeks prior to Valentine’s Day, IAG Cargo has reported an 18 per cent increase in volumes of flowers moving from Columbia and Ecuador when compared with the same period last year, with carnations and roses dominating the floral shipments from Latin America. IAG Cargo has also seen volumes of high end chocolates travelling from European origins, such as Belgium and Switzerland to Asia and the US. While the majority of flowers shipped are destined for the UK and Spain, … [Read more...] about Flower trade blooming for IAG Cargo this Valentine’s Day
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Cargolux adds direct cool chain link to Puerto Rico
Cargolux introduces a new direct weekly flight from Luxembourg to Aguadilla, Puerto Rico from 2 October bringing the number of weekly services it operates between Europe and Puerto Rico to five. Cargolux utilised highly specialised cool chain equipment and the most modern dedicated freighter in the industry, the B747-8F, that is ideally suited for perishable and cool chain shipments with its four independently adjustable climate zones, superior range and speed, the carrier said. Cargolux has … [Read more...] about Cargolux adds direct cool chain link to Puerto Rico
Cargolux shifts flower flights from Maastricht to Amsterdam
Cargolux Airlines International has changed the routing of its flower flights from South America to the Netherlands and flies these services directly to Amsterdam instead of Maastricht. The airline noted that this significantly enhances its service offering and strengthens its commitment to its customers in this product segment. Up to 90 per cent of the capacity on these flights is filled with goods for the Dutch market. Cargolux said the move was based on customer requests, most of whom are … [Read more...] about Cargolux shifts flower flights from Maastricht to Amsterdam
