“Agricola Famosa is the largest supplier of melons to the UK market and one of the largest melon growers in the world, with 30,000 hectares of farmland in Brazil and an average export volume of 250 containers per week. We have worked with RBF Cargocare for over 20 years via UK importers and now directly as Melon&Co. (www.melonco.uk)

As a food importer from both the EU and Rest of World the supply chain for Melon&Co has had to undergo enormous changes from Sanitary / Phytosanitary considerations as well as adapting post BREXIT to the new trading requirements in relation to products from the EU.

RBF worked closely with Melon&Co to ensure the business was fully prepared for both IPAFFs, covering the new system for SPS controls, as well as working through the EU/UK Trade agreement to ensure Rules of Origin and Preference requirements were met. In addition to this, the significant additional administration burden of customs was minimised for Melon&Co by utilising direct systems connections to RBF. Using the automation tools in place, as well as the flexibility and experience of the RBF staff, Melon&Co have continued to be able to provide quality products with the minimum cost and administration burden.

We chose to work with RBF due to their reputation for integrity and customer service, coupled with their specialist knowledge in fresh produce. Their support and collaborative approach have contributed to the success of our operations and we are proud to be able to endorse them as an outstanding freight and logistics partner.”

Sisco Tello – Senior Manager, Melon&Co

“We are pleased to share our exceptional experience working with RBF Cargocare, a trusted partner that has been instrumental in our success as a leading logistics provider. Over the past three years, RBF Cargocare has consistently demonstrated unparalleled expertise and dedication in the freight and logistics industry.

RBF Cargocare’s unwavering commitment to integrity, coupled with their deep understanding of the intricacies of the fresh produce market, makes them a standout choice for any business. Their collaborative approach and attention to detail have played a crucial role in ensuring the seamless transportation of our customs fresh produce imports to the UK market. One of the key strengths of RBF Cargocare lies in their proactive approach to addressing challenges. In the wake of significant changes, including post-BREXIT trading requirements and stringent Sanitary/Phytosanitary considerations, RBF Cargocare worked closely with us to navigate these complexities. Their expertise in areas such as IPAFFs, SPS controls, Rules of Origin, and Preference requirements has been invaluable.

Moreover, RBF Cargocare’s innovative use of automation tools and direct systems connections has significantly reduced the administrative burden associated with customs processes.

This streamlined approach, combined with the flexibility and experience of their dedicated staff, has enabled us to provide high-quality products to our customers while minimising costs and administrative hassles.

We are proud to endorse RBF Cargocare as an outstanding freight and logistics partner. Their exceptional service, proactive solutions, and collaborative spirit have undoubtedly contributed to the success of our operations. We look forward to continuing our fruitful partnership with RBF Cargocare for years to come.”

HZ Logistics B.V.