The Building Blocks of Every Shipment
Preserving the freshness of fresh fruit and vegetables from source to destination is at the heart of our shipment planning. The main elements behind every shipment:
Cold Chain Transport
Temperature-controlled reefer containers keep product freshness uninterrupted.
Planned Shipping
Loading is scheduled around the harvest calendar for timely, reliable delivery.
Flexible Delivery Options
Container and pallet-based loading is adapted to the buyer's destination port and needs.
Order & Planning
Product, quantity, and target delivery date are finalized together
Preparation & Packaging
The product is sized, graded, and placed into suitable packaging
Cold Chain Loading
Temperature-controlled loading is carried out via reefer containers or vehicles
Shipping & Delivery
The product is transported without interruption to its destination, accompanied by documents
Our Shipment Standards
Palletizing
80×120 cm EUR and 100×120 cm ISO pallets; corner boards and strapping.
Cold Chain
Pre-cooling and carriage at -1 to 15°C by product group; temperature data logger reporting on request.
Capacities
Refrigerated truck roughly 20-22 tons / 33 euro pallets; 40' reefer container 20-23 pallets by product.
Transport Mode Planning
The transport mode is never fixed; refrigerated road, sea reefer, air cargo, or combined transport are weighed together based on destination, the product's shelf life, and the delivery deadline.
Documents Accompanying Every Shipment
- Phytosanitary certificate: issued by Turkey's plant protection authorities specifically for that consignment.
- Commercial invoice: states the agreed Incoterms rule (EXW, FOB, CIF, or DAP) and the parties' details.
- Packing list: ensures the declared weight and item count match the cargo exactly.
For more on packaging types and caliber standards, see our Caliber & Packaging Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions About Logistics
What's the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for shipments?
For road shipments, orders start from one pallet per product within a mixed load; sea shipments are planned on a full 40' reefer container basis. Send us your product, target country and delivery date for an exact quantity and quote.
Which delivery terms (Incoterms) do you work with?
We offer flexibility across EXW, FOB, CIF, and DAP; the Incoterms rule used is stated clearly on the commercial invoice accompanying the shipment.
What temperature range is used during transport?
Pre-cooling and carriage take place at -1 to 15°C depending on the product group; temperature data logger reporting is available on request.
Can you prepare private label or custom-label packaging?
Yes, we can prepare custom labels or private label packaging to buyer specification; contact us for details.
Are your cold chain and shipping processes managed to a standard?
Yes. The scope of the ISO 22000:2018 food safety management standard extends to transport and storage operations within the food supply chain; our cold chain and storage practices are part of the management system certified to this standard. See our Certifications page for details.