A 12-month worldwide operation targeting organised crime networks involved in waste and pollution crime has uncovered 398 tonnes of fluorinated greenhouse gases. The operation, Custos Viridis (Latin for Green Guardian), coordinated by Europol, took place between January and December 2025. Europol worked alongside partners from 71 countries and numerous international organisations on five continents. Several …
This will be a year of growth for the CCF’s Expert Groups, writes CCF deputy chief executive Tom Southall The Cold Chain Federation (CCF) is on a mission to support our members to strive for the highest standards. We’ve invested heavily in industry-leading guidance on topics ranging from health and safety to net zero, energy …
Cold chain companies should get their hands on this comprehensive new report about investing in renewable energy, writes CCF deputy chief executive Tom Southall. The cold chain uses a lot of energy, with cold storage alone using around 5 Terawatt Hours. Enough to power more than a million homes each year – and that’s without …
Investing in cold chain infrastructure in or around UK ports is becoming an increasingly viable option for companies in the sector, but to establish an operation does come with plenty of considerations, writes Dan Parton. Tesco caused a stir last July when it announced a multi-million-pound investment in a new distribution centre at DP World …
Cold chain companies have a great opportunity to help tackle food insecurity and cut down waste. Nick Hughes investigates. The task of producing just the right amount of food for sale is a constant challenge for a food industry built on hyper-efficiency and measured on its ability to keep shelves stocked all year round. Inevitably, …
Across Spain’s diverse landscapes – from Navarra’s plains to Murcia’s agricultural regions – two Lineage facilities now operate with newly installed solar technology. The photovoltaic systems at Milagro and Las Torres de Cotillas converting sunlight into electricity that powers refrigeration systems maintaining precise temperatures for stored products. These installations demonstrate how established cold storage operations …
Culina Group, the UK’s leading logistics provider, has announced the launch of a new Sustainability Fund designed to support community-led initiatives that drive environmental improvement and help create a greener, more sustainable future. The fund has been established to provide financial support to non‑profit organisations, community groups, and educational institutions, including schools and colleges. It …
Constellation Cold Logistics today announces that Spedition Wohlert and Wohlert Kühl Logistik have officially joined Constellation, marking the company’s strategic entry into Germany and an important milestone in its long-term European growth strategy. The integration strengthens Constellation’s cold storage and logistics platform with an additional 40,000 pallet positions of modern temperature-controlled capacity, a fleet of 150 vehicles …
Refrigerant prices in Europe remained relatively stable or even decreased slightly in the fourth quarter of 2025, while the price of reclaimed R404A rose again compared to Q3. The latest Q4/2025 figures prepared for the European Commission reveal no change in the price of R410A from Q3 when considering the whole supply chain (end user …
With entries open for this year’s WorldSkills, the Building Engineering Services Association claims this year’s competition will be more important than ever in attracting young talent to the industry. As organising partner of the the refrigeration and air conditioning category of the competition, the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) is inviting talented engineers, aged 16 and above, to …
The Transport Committee is to examine the progress made on improving facilities for HGV and coach drivers almost four years after the previous Committee wrapped up its inquiry into the road freight supply chain. The inquiry by the Transport Committee in the last Parliament was prompted by difficulties in supplying essential goods to the UK’s supermarkets, petrol station forecourts and other marketplaces during the Covid-19 pandemic. It found that rest facilities for HGV drivers were often lacking or poor quality, …
Brakes, the UK’s leading foodservice wholesaler, has unveiled a new authentic Italian range, bringing the true flavours, craftsmanship and traditions of Italy directly to professional kitchens across the UK. Every product in the collection is sourced exclusively from Italian producers and suppliers, each selected for their commitment to regional heritage, traditional methods and the unmistakable …
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