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Exhibiting at Seafood Expo North America 2025

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Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts
16 Mar - 18 Mar, 2025

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Delanchy Passion Transport -

Product Offerings

Products:

Transport: Road transport of fresh food products under controlled temperature conditions

Logistics: Warehousing, order preparation, packing, and distribution services

Long-distance Export: Air and sea export services for perishable goods

Customs and Additional Services: Customs declarations and related administrative services

DELANCHY Group is a family-owned French logistics and transportation company specializing in the temperature-controlled transport of fresh food products. Established in 1968 and headquartered in La Gravelle, France, the company has grown into a major European player in the cold chain logistics sector, delivering over 1 million tons of fresh products annually across France and international markets.

Core Business and Offerings

DELANCHY Group offers a full suite of specialized logistics services focused on the agri-food sector:

  • Transport

    • Daily national and international deliveries
    • Controlled-temperature transport (0–4°C)
    • 24/7 operations with real-time tracking
  • Logistics

    • Cold storage warehousing
    • Order picking, labeling, and repackaging
    • Cross-docking and pallet consolidation
  • Long-distance Export

    • Air and sea freight services for perishable goods
    • Export documentation and logistics coordination
  • Customs and Administrative Services

    • In-house customs brokerage
    • Veterinary inspections and regulatory clearance
    • ADR compliance and sanitary documentation

These services are backed by a dedicated fleet and a network of strategically located logistics hubs throughout Europe.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

DELANCHY Group’s specialization lies in fresh food logistics, with a sharp focus on seafood, dairy, meat, and produce. The company is recognized for:

  • Ultra-fast delivery cycles — within 12 to 24 hours across France and to major European destinations
  • Integrated cold chain management, ensuring uninterrupted temperature control
  • Sustainable transport solutions, including electric trucks and intermodal freight
  • AI-driven logistics management and real-time temperature monitoring

The company stands out as a trusted partner for large-scale food producers, supermarket chains, and seafood exporters who depend on freshness and speed.

Financial Strength

As of the latest data:

  • Annual Revenue (2022): €360 million
  • Employees: Over 3,200 staff across France and Europe
  • Fleet Size: More than 1,000 refrigerated vehicles
  • Logistics Infrastructure: 37 operational sites across Europe

DELANCHY’s consistent revenue growth over the past decade reflects its strong client base, operational scalability, and continued investment in infrastructure and sustainability.

Shipment and Trade Data

Based on trade operations and company logistics data:

  • Handles 1 million tons of fresh products annually
  • Manages 18,000+ daily deliveries across France and Europe
  • Major export operations include seafood and agri-food logistics to EU countries, UK, Switzerland, and overseas via maritime and air freight from port hubs like Rungis, Marseille, and Le Havre
  • Air freight services extend to Middle East and Asia for premium perishable products

DELANCHY’s hub-and-spoke network allows for overnight delivery and next-day service across key markets.

Target Market

DELANCHY Group serves a wide range of B2B clients:

  • Seafood processors and exporters
  • Food industry manufacturers
  • Supermarket chains and wholesalers
  • Import-export traders of perishable goods

Its market penetration includes France, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, UK, and increasingly into Eastern Europe and overseas air freight corridors.

Operational Capabilities

  • 37 multi-temperature logistics platforms
  • Fleet of 1,000+ Euro 6-compliant and electric vehicles
  • 24/7 logistics tracking and optimization
  • Automated sorting systems in key hubs
  • Intermodal transport integration (road-rail-sea)

The company’s operational backbone ensures scalability and rapid adaptation to seasonal surges or special customer needs.

Certifications and Compliance

DELANCHY Group adheres to rigorous international logistics and food safety standards:

  • IFS Logistics Certification
  • ISO 14001 Environmental Management
  • ISO 22000 Food Safety Management
  • BRC Storage & Distribution standards
  • ADR compliance for regulated transport

Its focus on compliance makes DELANCHY a reliable partner for industries where traceability and hygiene are non-negotiable.

Achievements and Recognitions

  • Among the Top 5 temperature-controlled transporters in Europe
  • Featured in Le Figaro and Les Echos as a model in sustainable logistics
  • Pioneer in electric refrigerated trucks, including partnerships with Renault Trucks
  • Recognized by clients for on-time delivery performance exceeding 98%

Customer Testimonials

A seafood exporter from Brittany states: “With DELANCHY, we are confident our products will arrive on time and at the right temperature — every time.”

A European retail chain logistics manager notes: “DELANCHY's logistics tech and green fleet make them not just a vendor, but a forward-thinking logistics partner.”