With effect from 1 April 2025, Miguel Iglesias has become Sales Director for Cold Chain Federation member Schmitz Cargobull‘s Southwest Europe sales region. This is in addition to his role as Country Manager for Spain. In his new position, he reports to Ralph Kleideiter, Schmitz Cargobull AG Chief Sales Officer, and leads a team consisting …
Cold Chain Federation member Thermo King®, a leader in transport temperature control solutions and a brand of Trane Technologies, is addressing customers’ needs and the industry’s transition to electrified transport solutions by expanding its network of high voltage- certified dealerships and service stations across the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. With 77 locations …
They plan to build a kitchen that will produce millions of delicious and nutritious meals for schools and hospitals using surplus food. The problem: Fresh produce is treated like a pariah – dumped, hidden and destroyed Up to 15% of all food grown in the UK never leaves the farm1, mainly because it doesn’t fit …
Temprecision International, a division of Smithers-Oasis and a worldwide leader in science-driven solutions for temperature-controlled shipping applications, has launched a plant-based foam called Temprecision® Advance Foam. Its renewable biomass materials led to the achievement of OK biobased certification from TÜV Austria with a 4-star rating, the highest available for OK biobased certifications. Temprecision® Advance Foam …
CLdN today announced a major investment plan for its terminal at Killingholme on the river Humber. The project will be completed in the second half of 2026. The investment will lead to a significant enhancement of cargo handling capabilities at the terminal and will cater for projected volume growth on CLdN’s North Sea connections …
Americold, a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics, has completed a major solar panel installation at its Lurgan facility. This project reinforces Americold’s commitment to sustainability and operational excellence, ensuring long-term efficiency in the region. The new solar energy system will generate 616 MWh per year, covering 21% of the site’s energy needs and avoiding greenhouse …
Podfather will be launching a Haulier Management System at the Commercial Vehicle Show. Called Podswap, the system enables and manages the sharing of transport jobs between owner-operated and third-party fleets. It provides a common platform for job allocation, tracking, invoicing, and proof of delivery (POD) management, allowing seamless coordination of work and the provision of …
Woods Foodservice, an award-winning foodservice supplier to top chefs in the hospitality industry, has started its switch to electric vans by taking delivery of 12 refrigerated Ford E-Transit L4s from Progreen, the sustainable vehicle hire and alternative fuels division of Prohire. The national provider of sustainable commercial vehicle hire and fleet management solutions was appointed …
RDS Transport, which operates the Flying Fridge brand, has taken delivery of new vehicles manufactured by Lancashire-based Solomon Commercials, to add to its existing fleet of more than 70 vehicles. Established over 30 years ago, Worksop-based RDS developed a reputation as a leader in temperature-controlled courier services and now operates a delivery network across the …
SeaCube, a global leader in refrigerated intermodal equipment leasing, introduces SeaCube Cold Solutions, a portable cold storage service for businesses looking to rent or purchase refrigerated containers for temperature-sensitive goods. Supporting food businesses, grocers, distributors, and other industries handling perishables, SeaCube Cold Solutions boasts the largest fleet of refrigerated containers in the portable cold storage …
Buffaload Logistics has today announced the acquisition of a majority shareholding in Temples Transport Ltd., signalling a significant strategic partnership within the UK logistics sector. The move comes as Temples Transport, under the leadership of Managing Director Marcus Drury, has seen substantial growth. Drury, who acquired Temples Transport in December 2019, has steered the company …
The Albex Group have further expanded their already significant UK presence with a new storage facility at the London Gateway Logistics Park, part of the Thames Freeport. This 150,000 square-foot warehouse will receive and store food products arriving at London Gateway’s container port before being distributed throughout the UK by rail and road. Construction of the facility was completed …
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