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In case you missed it, Latest News9th July 2026

Oakland International Raises The Bar On Multi‑Temperature E‑Fulfilment With Extended Pick By Light Automation

UK and Ireland specialist in multi temperature logistics and supply chain solutions Oakland International Speciality Supply Chain Services division has extended its Direct to Consumer (D2C) and Direct to Store packing fulfilment operations with a Pick By Light automated technology provided through their partnership with hardware and software partners Element Logic. The result is enhanced …

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In case you missed it, Latest News7th July 2026

Magnavale, Felix and Freshlinc Announce Tri-Partner Alliance to Tackle Food Waste Across the UK Cold Chain

Magnavale, one of the UK’s leading temperature-controlled storage and value-added food services specialists, has today announced a formal tri-partner alliance with the UK’s largest food redistribution charity Felix – formerly FareShare and The Felix Project, and Freshlinc, the specialist temperature-controlled logistics provider. Together, the three organisations will combine their respective expertise in cold storage, charitable …

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In case you missed it, Latest News6th July 2026

Sysco Targets Government to Support VAT Reduction and Proposed Visitor Levy Campaigns

Sysco GB has written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer to formally support campaigns to reduce VAT for hospitality businesses from 20% to 10%, #VATsTheProblem, and to reject the proposed visitor levy in England, backed by UKHospitality (UKH). In the open letter, Sysco outlines the significant cost pressures facing hospitality operators, including rising labour costs, …

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In case you missed it, Latest News2nd July 2026

Carrier Transicold Software Update Cuts Fuel Use Up to 19% for Vector HE 19 Fleets – No Hardware Change Required

A new software upgrade from Carrier Transicold can reduce fuel consumption by up to 19% on Vector High Efficiency (HE) 19 trailer refrigeration units, without replacing hardware. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The fuel optimisation upgrade, validated through testing under real-world …

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In case you missed it, Latest News29th June 2026

Flexible Power Systems and Barron McCann Announce Partnership to Deliver End-to-End EV Scale-Up Support to Van and Truck Fleets

Electric fleet software company Flexible Power Systems (FPS) and leading front-line support and maintenance provider Barron McCann are today announcing a partnership designed to ensure fleets can reliably and cost-effectively deploy EVs into operations at scale. EV Deployments are Reaching a Tipping Point Commercial fleet electrification is moving beyond early pilots and into larger, more …

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In case you missed it, Latest News25th June 2026

Cold Chain Federation warns of growing threat to vital food and medical supplies from extreme heat 

The Cold Chain Federation (CCF) has warned that increasingly frequent spells of extreme heat across the UK are placing mounting pressure on the cold chain, the critical refrigerated storage and transport network that underpins around half of the nation’s food supply and a significant proportion of its pharmaceuticals.   The warning comes as climate change emerges as one of the most significant long-term risks to the resilience of essential food and pharmaceutical supply chains. …

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In case you missed it, Latest News18th June 2026

Driving Better Transport: 78% of drivers prefer electric buses as sector backs cleaner, better-connected transport future

A new survey of bus and coach drivers across the UK reveals strong support for the transition to electric vehicles, highlighting their role in delivering better transport that connects communities, supports local economies and helps tackle climate change.  Research conducted by commercial e-fleet solutions provider VEV showed that 78% of drivers prefer driving electric vs diesel, highlighting smoother journeys, quieter cabins and improved passenger experience …

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In case you missed it, Latest News10th June 2026

Star Refrigeration Announces the Passing of Founding Director Anthony Brown

Anthony was one of the three creators of Star Refrigeration, and held the position of Managing Director from 1970 until his retirement in 1997. He remained as a director and continued to serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors until handing over to John Rowell in 2015. He was responsible for many of the …

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In case you missed it, Latest News2nd June 2026

New Cold Chain Federation white paper warns UK food security at risk without stronger recognition of the cold chain

The report sets out ten recommendations, including recognition of the cold chain as Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) The Cold Chain Federation (CCF) today launched a major new white paper at an event in Westminster, warning that growing pressures on the UK’s cold chain are increasing risks to food security, public health and economic resilience. The …

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In case you missed it, Latest News21st May 2026

Enhancing Pharma Delivery Assurance with Thermo King ColdCube™ Solutions

To safeguard its homecare pharmacy deliveries and nationwide distribution, TCD Medical has partnered with Thermo King®, a leader in transport temperature control solutions and a brand of Trane Technologies. Facing the challenge of delivering small-volume pharmaceuticals under strict temperature conditions, the company has added Thermo King ColdCube™ units to its fleet. “Maintaining the quality and …

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In case you missed it, Latest News21st May 2026

Star Refrigeration reinforces responsibility after commissioning with a two-year parts and labour warranty

Industrial refrigeration and heat pump systems are long-term capital assets. Initial purchase and installation typically account for only around 15% of the total lifecycle cost. The remaining 85% is incurred during operation, with energy consumption often representing 60%–70% of total expenditure. That means maintenance, reliability and ongoing operational support have a major influence on how …

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In case you missed it, Latest News18th May 2026

Sunswap secures AUD $10 million investment to accelerate electric refrigeration across Australian fleets

Sunswap has secured a commitment of up to AUD $10 million from the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC), Australia’s specialist investment body. The funding will support the deployment of more than 100 Endurance units across Australian retail and logistics fleets, and follows Sunswap’s entry into its third continent of commercial operations. The investment will fund …

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