Advanced monitoring technology will ensure sensitive cargo, particularly flowers, maintain optimal freshness and increase profitability
Maastricht, The Netherlands, Friday 25 July 2025: Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) has partnered with FlowerWatch, an accreditation consultancy specialising in flower supply chain key performance indicators (KPIs) and data monitoring, to improve the quality and lifespan of sensitive cargo passing through the Dutch cargo hub.
The collaboration will enhance the integrity and shelf life of perishable goods by addressing the critical challenge of temperature fluctuations in cargo transportation.
“We know that temperature inconsistencies can drive up to 20 per cent waste in flower freight,” said Dean Boljuncic, Head of Commercial Development at Maastricht Aachen Airport.
“By making these fluctuations transparent and actionable, we can drastically reduce losses, increase profitability for our customers, and ensure flowers arrive fresher and last longer for the end consumer.”
Through FlowerWatch’s monitoring tools and data loggers, MST will gain precise insights into environmental conditions, enabling real-time adjustments.
The data will also enable the optimisation of handling processes to minimise waste and maintain product excellence throughout the supply chain, from pickup in Africa through to the end consumer in Europe.
“This partnership with FlowerWatch is a game-changer for our perishable cargo operations – optimising handling processes is central to our strategy, and this innovative step reinforces our competitive edge, ensuring MST remains the preferred gateway for high-value, sensitive cargo, now and into the future.”
As the Netherlands’ second-largest cargo airport and the only one with capacity for new routes, MST is committed to attracting leading airlines through excellent service and quality assurance.
MST’s strategic location, with direct motorway access and minimal waiting times, already facilitates rapid cargo transport, with perishable goods such as fruit, vegetables, and flowers able to leave the airport within two hours of landing.
The integration of FlowerWatch’s technology further enhances this efficiency, ensuring cargo quality is safeguarded.
With no slot restrictions and a strong focus on growth, this partnership builds on MST’s recent successes, including new flights from Turkish Cargo and a new partnership with ECS Livestock to ship horses through the Netherlands’ second-largest airport.
About Maastricht Aachen Airport
Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) is the second largest cargo hub in the Netherlands.
Founded in 1945, the airport, in the province of Limburg, is a key import station for flowers and the handling of dangerous goods.
MST also welcomes passengers daily, and is a European base for Emirates, Malaysia Airlines, Royal Jordanian and Turkish Airlines.
The airport has no slot restrictions and full Fifth Freedom rights. It is IATA CEIV-Pharma certified, and has its own maintenance, repair, and overhaul facilities.
Further growth and expansion is on the horizon for MST, with the Royal Schiphol Group recently investing in its future as a strategic partner.
