1. How long is the normal transit time of the flowers? What is the maximum transit time that Fresh Flower Solutions™ (FFS) quality treatments can withstand?

Transit times vary between markets and its terminology is stated differently. We count transit time from when we take the cargo at the consolidation point to when we make it available to you at the distribution point. Currently, we are working with transit times of 13 to 22 days. We employ the quickest shipping companies in our tradelanes and are constantly monitoring the market for the best times.

2. How does marine transportation, which takes longer than air transportation, yield the same or better quality in flowers?

It is simple. Different from air freight transportation, Fresh Flower Solutions™ SOPs and cold chain management solutions assure your flowers will arrive in great condition. Air transportation is just that – transportation without regard for quality.

3. How does FFS differentiate itself from other logistical providers?

Fresh Flower Solutions™ applies cutting edge technology to its logistics services. Typically, logistical providers only handle transportation. FFS complements its quality services with complete logistic services.

4. How does FFS compare price-wise with the cost of airfreight?

Fresh Flower Solutions™ marine transport charges, including its quality measurements, are significantly less than air transportation. The exact difference varies with fluctuating air freight rates, but is typically 30% less than air.

5. What tradelanes is FFS working in at this time?

Currently, Fresh Flower Solutions™ is in the Columbia to the UK, Europe and US East Coast, Ecuador to the US West Coast and Europe and Africa to Europe markets.

6. What logistical services does FFS provide?

Fresh Flower Solutions™ provides complete logistics service, all while maintaining proper cold chain management.

7. What quality procedures does FFS apply?

Fresh Flower Solutions™ experts will visit your farm, analyze procedures and advise on best practices as needed. We supply anti botrytis paper, give packaging advice, measure temperatures of stems and ensure that product is transported within temperature parameters. FFS will supervise proper container loading and narcotics inspections to ensure that airflow is maintained. We will supply a complete load and arrival report and can perform vase life tests by request. Reports will specify temperature, flower condition and any exceptions witnessed.

8. How do we begin shipping with FFS?

Our first step is to visit your farms, introduce procedures necessary to ship by sea and offer advice as needed to ensure optimal arrivals. Then we’ll help you determine packaging and consolidation timelines. Contact us