In the world of perishable logistics, speed is only part of the equation. Control is everything. For FlyUs, flowers aren't just delicate cargo—they're a stress test for supply chain precision, requiring high-touch handling, regional insight and strict cold chain consistency. With floral volumes forming a major slice of its traffic, the company considers flowers central to its global cargo strategy.
"Flower transport is a key part of our business," says Carlo de Haas. "Over 50% of our global volume consists of perishable and pharma-related products, and flowers make up a significant portion of that. It's an area that requires specific expertise and equipment, and one in which we've built a strong reputation for delivering results."
Trade lanes from Central and South America into North America, Europe and Asia remain the company's strongest, while the Netherlands—home to both its headquarters and Schiphol Airport—serves as a key re-export hub for shipments heading to the US, Canada and the Middle East.
"Being headquartered at one of Europe's largest hubs for flower exports means we are able to stay in close communication with the industry," de Haas explains. "Over the years, we've built longterm working relationships with Dutch growers, many of whom have global operations."
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