about reefer shipping
Key advantages
Some key advantages of specialised reefer shipping by Seatrade:
- Reefer vessels have proven their superiority in the transportation of foodstuffs because of their inherent design features such as high cooling capacity, air circulation and accurate temperature control. These vessels were purpose-built for this. No ordinary container-shipper can afford such an investment.
- Handling perishables requires specific know-how, which you will typically find on board our reefer vessels. Our hi-tech is nicely complemented by our crews’ reefer knowledge.
- Sailing schedules and cargo capacity follow the seasons, offering you greater flexibility and better service.
- Inland distribution can take place directly from port terminals without intermediate distribution centres, reducing food miles.
- Seatrade is a learning organisation in all respects. As skilled and experienced as our teams are, they are constantly aiming to improve their technical expertise, their cargo handling know-how, their market awareness, their customer focus.
- Communication is key at Seatrade. Our central teams and our agents alike keep you involved and informed at all stages.
Looking at the entire supply chain, from grower to end consumer, specialised reefer vessels are simply the most efficient type of sea transport for perishables. And Seatrade has both the experience and the know-how to offer you specialised reefer shipping at its best.