Cargolite is transforming flower logistics with its latest and innovative range of cartons. These include Quarter, Half, and Sea Freight cartons, all designed to optimize the journey of flowers from the farm to the final customer. The packaging benefits both growers and buyers by improving efficiency, protecting quality and reducing costs.
Quarter and Half Cartons Offer Smarter Options
The Quarter and Half cartons are the latest additions to the Cargolite packaging family. Developed for direct market sales, they allow farms to pack flowers at the source in exact quantities tailored to each buyer’s needs. This reduces handling, improves freshness and simplifies logistics from start to finish.
“These cartons allow for a one touch approach,” says John Kowarsky, CEO of Cargolite. “They help reduce waste, lower shipping costs and ensure the product arrives in top condition.”
The new sizes offer flexibility for suppliers to meet specific market demands. Mixed flower assortments from a single farm can be packed in one carton, allowing for convenience and variety. The Quarter and Half cartons can also be combined in a master carton, providing better protection during airport handling and transport.
Direct Benefits for Farms
Cargolite cartons are available at JKIA in Nairobi, making it easy for flower farms to access them. Farms can collect only what they need for a week of packing, allowing for better stock rotation and fresher shipments. The cartons are also offered at competitive prices to encourage adoption across the industry.
Convenience for Buyers
Buyers also benefit from having flowers packed directly at the source in these new cartons. Wholesalers no longer need to unpack and rebox the flowers before forwarding them to customers. This means less handling, fewer damaged boxes and a smoother process overall.
Because of the improved packaging and uniform sizes, flowers are more likely to arrive in excellent condition. Buyers also save on airfreight costs thanks to the efficient design.
Sea Freight Carton Designed for Long Distance Shipping
Cargolite’s Sea Freight carton is specifically engineered for extended transport. It features a ventilation design that improves airflow, helping maintain product quality over longer journeys. The structure of the carton allows for efficient loading in containers, which supports cold chain reliability and reduces temperature fluctuations.
Cargolite and FlowerWatch can provide temperature data that shows how well this carton performs during sea transport. These cartons are already proving to be a game changer for Kenyan flower exports.
A Smarter System with Room to Grow
Standard branding options include Afrex or Cargolite labels, with custom branding available for farms or buyers placing bulk orders. Weekly promotions will support sales, and surplus stock will be sold at attractive prices to further boost adoption.
By offering a full range of smart, source-friendly cartons, Cargolite is helping shape a more efficient, more reliable flower export system that benefits everyone involved.
