Cargolux ramp up capacity to fly flowers to Europe for Valentine’s DayFebruary 14, 2018: Valentine’s Day, in other words, means getting the maximum business to the kitty. In the run-up to the Valentine’s Day airlines and air freight operators has increased their capacity to cater to the sudden spike in demand. Millions of flowers including the traditional seasonal roses are being flown to Europe from Africa and Latin America. Cargolux strives to offer the highest standard required to transport fresh products and therefore uses thermos blankets that ensure additional protection for temperature sensitive shipments. The European markets comprise 35 percent of Kenya’s flower harvest as consumers traditionally offer flowers to symbolise love and affection during special occasions such as Valentine’s Day.

Source: The North Africa Journal February 14, 2018 07:07 UTC