Cold Chain Federation member Beijer Ref’s high-speed Refrec Reclaim refrigerant recovery service helped contractor EJM Engineered Systems to complete a coldstore plant room upgrade for a customer in Norfolk. With new plant installed for temperature-controlled storage and logistics specialist StoreLogs, in Thetford, the refrigerant remaining in previous equipment needed to be removed quickly and efficiently. …
On this World Ocean Day, we celebrate the immense value of the Ocean – a source of life, food, energy, and biodiversity, and a vital ally in the fight against global warming. The Ocean produces half of the world’s oxygen, and as the world’s largest carbon sink, absorbs a quarter of all CO₂ emissions. It …
Cold Chain Federation member, blast freezer and cold storage specialist Blue Cube has welcomed Mark Yates as its new Managing Director, following a successful tenure by Alan Hunt. In his new role, Yates will oversee Blue Cube’s ambitious growth strategy, centred on delivering exceptional value for customers and driving future innovation. Yates has been with …
Cold Chain Federation member Schmitz Cargobull is now working with the renowned service provider 24/7 Assistance, a move that improves and expands the capabilities of Cargobull Euroservice. 24/7 Assistance offers support and mobility services for transport and logistics and all kinds of commercial vehicles. “In our partnership with 24/7 Assistance, the focus will continue to …
The success of Generation Logistics, the cross-industry awareness campaign to build interest in careers in the sector, has received further acknowledgement this week with news that two of the campaign’s principals, Bethany Windsor and Phil Roe, have been shortlisted for honours at this year’s prestigious Everywoman Transport and Logistics Awards. The programme’s manager, Bethany Windsor, …
Anyone trying to advance the level of digitalisation in their processes will increase the efficiency of their transport business as well as their profitability. Following the motto of “Delivering Performance”, Schmitz Cargobull (Cold Chain Federation member) is focusing on digital, efficient and sustainable solutions that enable transport and logistics companies to increase their performance. Together …
Demelza Prothero has been appointed DLM (Distress Load Management) Customer Excellence Manager by total supply chain solutions provider & Cold Chain Federation member Oakland International. With 17-years’ experience gained from within retail and the high-end commercial equipment and domestic appliance sectors, Demelza brings a wealth of senior level experience to the roll. Said Demelza: “I’m …
Temperature-controlled operator Keep It Cool said its 11% growth over the last 12 months had been achieved by responding to rising demand while maintaining high service levels. The company said last year had been “tremendously busy” and included it winning refrigerated courier of the year at the TCS&D awards. Keep It Cool added that it …
Sunswap, a British engineering company developing zero-emission transport refrigeration technology and a Cold Chain Federation member has today announced that Bannister Transport, the Worcestershire-based temperature-controlled logistics specialist, is moving closer to becoming the UK’s first operator with a fully electric refrigerated trailer fleet, as it takes delivery of the latest batch of Sunswap’s zero-emission transport refrigeration …
The expertise of Peterborough-based temperature-controlled solutions specialist and Cold Chain Federation member JS Davidson is reaping dividends for one of the UK’s newest pet food manufacturers. Boost pet food specialises in fresh, human quality food for dogs and cats. With no preservatives and fillers in its food the majority of its products are sold frozen, …
Northern Ireland haulier McConaghy Refrigerated Distribution has refreshed its specialist fleet with 12 new Cold Chain Federation member Schmitz Cargobull S.KO COOL semi-trailers. The dual-temperature trailers come equipped with the manufacturer’s Ferry Operation package, which includes reinforced bodywork, protective skids and additional restraints. Richard McConaghy, Managing Director at McConaghy Refrigerated Distribution, says: “We have had …
At Gray & Adams, we’ve always believed that great business is about more than just the product—it’s about the people behind it. Our partnership with Mac’s Trucks is a perfect example of that belief in action: two family-run businesses, each built on generations of integrity, innovation, and a relentless commitment to quality, coming together to …
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