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Keeping Fresh Produce and Flowers Moving This Winter

As winter approaches, transporting fresh produce and flowers between Ireland and mainland Europe requires careful planning and reliable logistics. These delicate, temperature-sensitive goods need particular care during transit, as fluctuations in temperature, delays and unnecessary handling can affect their freshness and condition on arrival.

From fresh fruit and vegetables sourced in France and Belgium to cut flowers and plants collected in the Netherlands, Irish retailers, wholesalers and distributors rely on dependable transport to maintain regular supplies throughout the colder months.

HANNON Transport supports these supply chains through established temperature-controlled groupage [LTL] and full load [FTL] services, connecting European suppliers with customers across Ireland.

Supporting Winter Fresh Produce and Flower Supply

Winter brings different requirements for businesses sourcing fresh produce and horticultural products from mainland Europe.

Food wholesalers may be arranging regular deliveries from European suppliers, while flower importers and retailers prepare for seasonal orders and changing stock requirements. Collection volumes and delivery schedules can vary, making dependable transport arrangements particularly valuable.

HANNON provides established transport links between Ireland and the Netherlands, Belgium and France, supporting the movement of fresh produce, cut flowers and plants.

Our European operations help customers coordinate collections and deliveries through a network designed for regular temperature-controlled freight movements.

Flexible Groupage and Full Load Transport

Not every order requires a full trailer. Businesses sourcing from several European suppliers may need smaller consignments collected at different locations before onward delivery to Ireland.

HANNON’s groupage [LTL] services allow compatible consignments to be consolidated within a shared transport network. This provides a practical option for customers arranging individual pallet movements or regular collections without requiring dedicated trailer capacity.

For larger consignments, full load [FTL] services provide a dedicated transport option.

Having both services available allows customers to arrange transport according to their shipment sizes, collection locations and delivery requirements.

Connecting European Suppliers with Irish Customers

Coordinating collections from different European suppliers is an important part of maintaining regular deliveries into Ireland.

HANNON’s facility in Poeldijk, the Netherlands, provides a base for Dutch collections and consolidation, while our operation at Rungis, near Paris, supports freight movements from France.

Our facilities in Ireland provide the onward connection to customers and distribution networks.

These established locations allow HANNON to coordinate supplier collections, consolidate compatible freight and arrange onward transport through its own fleet and operational teams.

Where shipments travel through the UK landbridge, HANNON’s in-house customs team also supports the relevant documentation and clearance requirements.

Planning Winter Deliveries with HANNON

As businesses prepare for the winter trading period, confirming collection dates, shipment quantities and delivery requirements in advance helps transport arrangements run more smoothly.

Whether you are importing fresh produce from European suppliers, arranging flower collections from the Netherlands or moving larger consignments between Ireland and mainland Europe, HANNON provides established transport services to support your requirements.

Contact HANNON Transport today to discuss your winter fresh produce and flower transport requirements.

Email: sales@hannontransport.com
Telephone: +44 28 9265 1441

What HANNON Transport Delivers

HANNON Transport provides temperature-controlled groupage logistics between Ireland and Europe.

We operate high-frequency groupage [LTL] and full load [FTL] services between the Netherlands and Ireland [NL–IE], Belgium and Ireland [BE–IE], and across other key European lanes.

Our services are trusted by food, fresh produce and horticultural importers, wholesalers and distributors who require fast, reliable access to and from Europe—with full customs compliance, flexible collection options and secure temperature control from first pallet to final delivery.

Transport & Handling

Routes:
[NL–IE], [BE–IE], [FR–IE]

HS Codes:
06031100 – Roses, fresh cut flowers
060319 – Other fresh cut flowers, classification depending on flower type
070200 – Tomatoes, fresh or chilled
07070005 – Cucumbers, fresh or chilled
080810 – Apples, fresh

Handling Conditions:
Fresh cut flowers: approximately +2°C to +8°C, depending on flower type
Tomatoes: approximately +8°C to +12°C
Cucumbers: approximately +10°C to +12°C
Apples: approximately 0°C to +4°C

Temperature requirements may vary depending on product, variety and customer specifications. Transport temperatures are set according to the requirements of the individual consignment.

Service Capabilities:
Groupage [LTL], Full Load [FTL], Dual-Temperature Trailers, Chilled Transport, Cross-Docking, Customs Clearance, Temperature-Controlled Logistics, Own Fleet, Just-in-Time Delivery