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As Valentine's Day approaches, airlines are gearing up for one of their busiest seasons, driven by the high demand for fresh flowers. Avianca Cargo, a key player in this sector, has been instrumental in transporting flowers from Latin America to the United States, particularly through its Miami International Airport gateway.
In 2024, Avianca Cargo transported nearly 18,000 tons of flowers from Colombia and Ecuador to the United States for Valentine's Day. Diogo Elias, Senior VP of Avianca Cargo, noted that the season "once again positions us as the leading cargo airline transporting flowers from Colombia to North America." The airline prepared months in advance by investing in infrastructure and expanding capacity at its Miami hub.
For 2025, Avianca Cargo announced a 20% increase in cargo capacity to Miami. This decision aligns with a 20% growth in Ecuador's cargo transport over the past four years. Elias emphasized Ecuador's importance as a market and expressed commitment to supporting flower producers during peak demand periods.
