Air Freight Route
HoustonAmsterdam
IAHAMS
Distance
8,071 km
Air Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Flights
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Logistics Infrastructure Profile
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
IA
Origin Airport
Houston
Infrastructure Highlights
- Extensive petrochemical and liquid bulk terminals along the Houston Ship Channel
- Modern container terminals with STS gantry cranes and on-dock rail access
- Deep-draft navigation channel connecting to the Gulf of Mexico
- Integrated intermodal network with on-dock and near-dock rail yards and interstate highway access
Key Exports
Refined petroleum products and petrochemicalsPlastics and resinsCrude oil and natural gas liquidsIndustrial machinery and equipmentAgricultural commodities (grains, oilseeds)
Export Compliance
Shippers must ensure compliance with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and vet parties against denied party lists for all Houston-origin shipments.
AM
Destination Airport
Amsterdam
Infrastructure Highlights
- Well-developed multi-purpose terminals handling containerized cargo, agribulk, and petroleum products
- Seamless hinterland connections via inland waterways, rail, and highway networks
- Integrated tank storage and distribution infrastructure supporting the energy and chemical sectors
- Dedicated facilities for automotive logistics, heavy-lift, and oversized cargo operations
Key Imports
Crude oil and liquid bulk feedstocksDry bulk commodities (coal, ores, agribulk)Consumer goods and retail merchandiseMachinery, vehicles, and industrial equipmentPharmaceuticals and high-tech products (significant share via air cargo)
Import Regulations
Imports are governed by European Union customs, safety, and health and product safety requirements, with advance cargo information via EU customs systems.