Count on us for your Seasonal Vegetables Shipments
For you as a vegetable importer and exporter, maintaining quality throughout the cargo’s journey is key. To preserve taste, freshness, texture, and aroma, precise temperature and humidity control is essential in each step of your supply chain.
To ensure this, when shipping vegetables, at MSC, we follow strict, standardized procedures to maintain optimal transport conditions from pick-up to destination. This helps keep your vegetables fresh and reduces spoilage, while also building trust and a good reputation with your buyers, retailers, and consumers.
Why Ship Vegetables with MSC
From our dedicated experts in our offices around the world to our extensive shipping network, we have the scale and experience to support your international fresh vegetable shipments.
In addition, we also have a full portfolio of dedicated solutions designed to make everything from shipping potatoes to shipping carrots easier and more efficient for your business.
Reefer Cargo Technology
Ship your vegetable cargo safely with our cutting-edge reefer technology. We use Controlled Atmosphere technologies, like StarCool® CA, XtendFRESH®, Liventus®, Maxtend®, and Purfresh®, to help extend the shelf life and freshness of your produce. Now you can also combine it with our iReefer solution, the most advanced container monitoring system for your reefer cargo.
Dehumidification Technology
To offer you the right solution, all our containers are equipped with humidity sensors and adjustable ventilation. These features help manage humidity—crucial for preventing excess moisture that can cause mould or dryness that can dehydrate your cargo. While the vent settings also enable proper airflow, maintaining the ideal environment to preserve freshness throughout the journey.
Year-round Support
Our team of more than 1,000 reefer experts are also on hand to provide year-round support. From peak season shipping to helping you capitalize on demand spikes; we create tailor-made solutions that are designed to meet the specific needs of your cargo.
Did you know?
Dehumidification is particularly important for onions, ginger and garlic.
Because you Need more than
Port-to-Port Shipping
To support all your shipping needs and help you deliver your vegetable cargo to your customers as quickly and efficiently as possible, we offer you flexible and efficient inland transportation solutions, offering you end-to-end delivery solutions. Beyond this, with our cargo cover solutions we ensure you’re protected from the potential financial losses which may occur during transportation due to unexpected events like fire. Whether you’re worried about loss or damage, we work to give you the ultimate peace of mind that your cargo is in the best hands possible.
By partnering with our team, you’ll have access to the expert advice and specialized equipment you need to streamline your supply chain and consistently deliver top-quality produce to your customers.
Our range of solutions includes:
FAQs
Can you ship fresh vegetables?
Yes! Our advanced reefer technology and strict temperature and humidity controls mean we can ship fresh vegetables worldwide whilst maintaining quality and freshness.
How do you import vegetables?
How are fresh vegetables transported?
Fresh vegetables are typically transported in refrigerated (reefer) containers that maintain the ideal temperature and humidity levels.
How do you package fresh vegetables?
Fresh vegetables are usually packaged in ventilated, food-grade crates, cartons, or trays that protect them during transport while allowing airflow. Packaging may vary based on the type of vegetable, transport duration, and destination requirements.
What is the best way to transport vegetables?
Using a controlled cold chain which utilizes reefer containers. This approach ensures consistent temperature and humidity for your cargo, helping to minimize the risk of spoilage and preserving freshness, texture, and nutritional value.