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New Cold Store facility at Dubai Industrial City for A.P. Moller – Maersk

Over 13,000 sqm serves the FMCG sector with uninterrupted cold chain logistics solutions.

The global integrated logistics company has opened the doors to its third Warehousing & Distribution facility in Dubai, UAE, its first Cold Store in the country.  Situated at Dubai Industrial City, it is strategically located when it comes to connectivity to Jebel Ali Port, Al Maktoum International Airport, direct road access across the UAE and an Etihad Rail freight terminal.

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Railway ships tropical fruits in record time

Direct transport link via China-Laos Railway ships Thai durians to SW China's Chongqing in under 88 hours

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Stored in 28 refrigerated 40-foot containers, tropical fruits left plantations in Thailand and arrived Chongqing’s Xiaonanya railway logistics center in 88 hours, opening up a cold-chain logistics link.

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Thermo King's BlueBox Lite enhances refrigeration unit connectivity, offering real-time data access and improved cold chain efficiency

Thermo King enhances refrigeration connectivity

Thermo King has unveiled its innovative BlueBox Lite telematics device. This new edition promises to boost the connectivity of vehicle-powered refrigeration units.

The advent of the BlueBox Lite provides a more economical solution for customers to procure not only temperature and positional data, but also key information from the control system of the vehicle-powered refrigeration units.

Such information may encompass setpoints, alarms, or operational hours. The device is equipped with 4G connectivity, enabling easy access to data through the Thermo King TracKing™ web portal, TK Reefer, or integration with a third-party platform or back-end system.

Key features of Thermo King’s BlueBox

Thermo King’s BlueBox Lite boasts several noteworthy features:

  • Access to near real-time data is made possible by a five-minute logging interval, which aids in improving response times.
  • It is a plug-and-play solution, thus reducing installation time and eliminating the need for a separate DataLogger to obtain temperature data. Unlike other telematics solutions that require temperature probes, the BlueBox Lite can be easily installed and directly connected to the refrigeration units’ controller.
  • It is an EN12830 compatible solution when paired with the optional TouchLog datalogger.
  • A 2-way command for SetPoint change enables remote control of the load temperature.

Improving cold chain efficiencies

“Connectivity is something not to be missed for companies looking to improve the efficiency of their cold chain operations,” said Mike McEnnis, Portfolio Leader Product Management.

“By introducing the BlueBox Lite telematics device for our V-Series, VX-Series and B-Series range, we want to make it easier for our customers to take advantage of the data and make their operations smarter. The BlueBox Lite is a plug-and-play, 4G solution that gives them a cost-efficient and easy way to receive real-time intelligence on the operation of their refrigerated vehicle.”

https://www.maersk.com/news/articles/2023/05/22/how-maersk-is-bringing-transparency-and-efficiency-to-echebastars-global-supply-chain

From ocean to plate: how Maersk is bringing transparency and efficiency to Echebastar’s global supply chain

Maersk's case study: enhancing Echebastar's global supply chain with transparency and efficiency
https://www.maersk.com/news/articles/2023/05/22/how-maersk-is-bringing-transparency-and-efficiency-to-echebastars-global-supply-chain

In this captivating case study, Maersk reveals innovative strategies and technologies to optimise the entire supply chain process.

Uncover how Maersk’s solutions enable Echebastar to track and trace their seafood products, ensuring their journey from the sea to consumers’ plates is seamless and transparent.

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ORBCOMM advances cold chain telematics with temperature monitoring solution

ORBCOMM advances cold chain telematics with temperature monitoring solution

ORBCOMM advances cold chain telematics with temperature monitoring solution
ORBCOMM advances cold chain telematics with temperature monitoring solution

ORBCOMM, a leader in cold chain telematics, is set to revolutionise the European cold chain industry with its advanced temperature monitoring solution, the RT 8000. This innovative solution, expected to be available this summer, aims to enhance visibility, compliance, and cargo integrity for refrigerated vehicles operating across the region.

Improved connectivity

The RT 8000 solution automates operations for customers, offering improved connectivity, faster data access, and wireless sensors that enable digitisation of cold chain decision-making. It caters to various sectors such as food distribution, retail logistics, and pharmaceuticals, empowering operators to track and monitor their temperature-controlled cargo effectively.

As part of a comprehensive cold chain telematics package, the RT 8000 incorporates sensors, connectivity, and the state-of-the-art ORBCOMM platform. It facilitates comprehensive temperature monitoring, fuel management, preventative maintenance, remote control, and more, to reduce the need for frequent field replacements.

Shippers and carriers can make informed decisions in real time by leveraging real-time and historical data and event-based alerts, improving operational efficiency and ensuring regulatory compliance. This safeguards cargo integrity and minimises claims related to loss or damage.

Cold chain traceability 

The RT 8000 boasts enhanced connectivity, increased memory, and three embedded SIMs, enabling fleets to collect reefer data at higher speeds and cost-effective rates. Its future-proofed technology enhances reporting reliability and longevity, while improved compliance ensures adherence to the European standard supporting cold chain traceability.

With multiple new interfaces, the solution offers customers versatility in supporting various visibility, usage, productivity, security, and EBS/TMPS applications. Wireless sensor support for temperature and door monitoring and Tractor ID integration for automated tractor/trailer pairing simplifies installation and facilitates seamless upgrades to cold chain management.

No need for external power

Designed to withstand extreme environmental conditions, the ruggedised RT 8000 carries an IP67-rating and includes an internal battery backup for reporting without external power.

Christian Allred, ORBCOMM’s Executive Vice President of International Sales, expressed excitement about the RT 8000’s forthcoming launch in the European cold chain industry. He emphasised that the solution would provide refrigerated fleets with enhanced visibility, compliance, and operational control.

The improved connectivity, interoperability, and bandwidth of the RT 8000 enable fleets to access more data, make quicker control decisions, and reduce the risk of cargo spoilage, ultimately driving improvements in their bottom line.

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Cool supply chains need to up their game and cut food waste

Cool supply chains need to up their game and cut food waste

Efficient transport of perishable goods is key to reducing waste
Cool supply chains need to up their game and cut food waste

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High-value perishable goods require absolute proficiency while in transit to save on product waste – indeed, the global Cool Chain Association (CCA) claims supply chains are not a “hospital for inefficiencies”.

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Lineage opens headquarters in Madrid

New headquarters highlights continued investment in the region and lays the foundation for continued growth

Lineage Logistics has opened a new Southern Europe headquarters in Madrid. The new headquarters highlights Lineage’s continued investment in the region and lays the foundation for continued growth, the company says.

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US cold store construction booms

The proliferation of cold storage users and operators in the United States is pushing development to new heights
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The proliferation of cold storage users and operators in the United States is pushing development to new heights, says a new report. The report explores factors driving accelerated sector growth and quantifies key metrics for top US cold storage markets experiencing expansion.

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APAC cold storage investment headed for $5bn a year within decade

Adoption of online grocery shopping and food delivery driving investment

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The wide adoption of online grocery shopping and food delivery could see investment in Asia Pacific’s cold storage market quintuple to between $4 billion and $5 billion a year by 2032, according to JLL.

Meanwhile, demand for cold storage in the region is likely to grow by at least 20 percent annually over the next three years, led by Australia, China and India, the global property consultancy said in a recent report.

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Lineage announces acquisition of Spain’s Grupo Fuentes

Grupo Fuentes is one of Spain’s principal transport and cold-storage logistics providers

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Ahead of Cool Logistics Global 2022 taking place in Barcelona 20-22 September, we bring you news that Lineage Logistics announces its intention to acquire Grupo Fuentes, one of Spain’s principal transport and cold-storage logistics providers, headquartered in Murcia with facilities across the country.

We are delighted to welcome Joost Heere, Commercial Director, Lineage Logistics, as a speaker at Cool Logistics Global 2022. To hear directly from Joost in our session on COOL PORTS & COLD STORES: PERISHABLES HUBS OF THE FUTURE, book your delegate place today and save 15% before 19 August – go to our event page here.

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