newsThe Cold Chain Federation has launched the UK’s first census of transport refrigeration units (TRUs), designed to build a credible evidence base on the progress, investment and challenges across the sector as it transitions towards lower-emission technologies.
newsAUTOMATiON PLAYER OPEX has agreed a strategic technology partnership with Peltier, an innovator in cold chain commerce, to offer a multi-temperature zone, multi-deep cold storage solution for automated fulfillment systems.
newsSean Smith has appointed to CEO replacing Mike Parr who founded PML (Perishable Movements Ltd) in 2003.
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articleThe past year has marked a significant step forward for the Cold Chain Federation and for the wider temperature-controlled logistics sector. Our collective voice is now being heard where it matters the most.
articleGreater efficiency is needed in the frozen food supply chain, says Rupert Ashby, CEO of the British Frozen Food Federation and adds it is time to reconsider the longstanding standard temperature.
newsThe new player in the European cold storage market has come into being following the acquisition of several established cold storage businesses.
newsA refreshed CCA Scheme for cold storage will commence in January 2026, following intensive campaigning by the CCF.
articleAutoStore has enhanced its portfolio introducing AutoCase for case handling, FlexBins for consolidation and buffering, and a Frozen-Only Grid designed for temperature-sensitive operations.
productgoplasticpallets.com, the responsible plastic pallet company, has expanded its portfolio with the launch of two new high-performance plastic freezer spacers, designed to accelerate the freezing and tempering process in cold storage environments.
productCold store specialist is maximising uptime thanks to a new fleet from Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks
articleVisitors to Cold Chain Hub 2025 at the NEC on 9 & 10 September can discover the latest innovations from over 50 exhibitors and network with industry colleagues.
productAR Racking, has renovated and expanded the system for FruitMasters, one of the largest fresh fruit operators in the Netherlands.
newsThe alliance positions AR Racking at the heart of a network that influences regulation, promotes technical training and fosters innovation throughout the cold chain.
productThe temperature-controlled logistics provider has completed the major solar panel installation at its Lurgan facility.
productHong Kong-based cold storage provider TAHUHU has partnered with Geekplus to integrate advanced robotics.
articleCold Chain Hub, the UK’s leading event for the cold storage and distribution sector, returns to Birmingham’s NEC on 9 & 10 September. With a focus on sustainable solutions, the exhibition will showcase innovation from across the cold supply chain.
articleEvery business director has a responsibility to provide good governance and manage employee rights. This includes taking steps to protect employees from potential health risks in the workplace. However, introduce an industry which typically falls in the top ten most dangerous work environments like manufacturing or logistics and the need to keep safety at the forefront becomes paramount.
productITALIAN FROZEN food provider Globalpesca has signed a contract with Dematic for an automated solution at a new low-temperature warehouse for frozen goods.
articleThe world in which we operate is shifting under our feet, says Chris Clowes, with economic uncertainty, global trade tensions and the need to cultivate sustainability pushing us to rethink continuously how we do business.
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