For perishables, timing is everything. Whether it’s fresh-cut flowers, seafood, produce, or temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, shelf life depends on one thing above all: speed with control. That’s why integrating air and ground services isn’t just operational—it’s foundational to any cold chain program built for quality, scalability, and compliance.
At CFI, we’ve spent decades refining the handoff between air and ground—because one mode alone won’t protect a strawberry in January or a vaccine in July. The value lies in connection, coordination, and execution.
Why Integration Matters for Cold Chain Cargo
- Shelf Life Depends on Timing
Every hour in transit shortens the selling window. When ground transport lags after a flight, freshness is compromised and market value drops. - Climate-Control Consistency
Cargo loses temperature stability during handoffs. Integrated service reduces exposure to ambient air and prevents product excursions. - Regulatory and Labeling Compliance
FSMA, USDA, and global food safety standards demand traceability and consistent conditions. Seamless modes make documentation cleaner and more accurate. - Minimized Cargo Touchpoints
Fewer transfers mean fewer chances for product damage or misrouting, especially for delicate items like flowers or live seafood.
How CFI Integrates Air and Ground for Maximum Efficiency
- Coordinated Schedules
We align our ground fleet and airport handoffs to minimize wait times and get cargo moving the minute it’s released. - Owned and Vetted Facilities
From airside coolers to cross-dock points, our facilities are designed for temperature protection and fast handoffs nationwide. - Domestic Ground Reach
We operate a refrigerated truck network that covers key perishables markets coast to coast, synced with inbound and outbound flights. - Real-Time Visibility
Our systems give customers status updates across both modes, because the air-ground divide shouldn’t be a black hole for data. - Cool Chain as Culture
Every team member trains in cold chain handling from dispatch to delivery. That means no handoff is casual. Every step counts.
CFI maintains product integrity by integrating air and ground services. Whether we’re moving fresh salmon, just-cut orchids, or high-value temperature-sensitive freight, our customers rely on us to manage the entire journey, not just one leg of it.
Ready to tighten your cold chain, streamline handoffs, and protect shelf life? CFI brings air and ground together to move perishables correctly, every time.
