#cold-chain
(56 articles)UPS Opens 15x Larger Philippines Hub, Cuts Asia Delivery Times
UPS has completed a major $80 million expansion at Clark International Airport in the Philippines, creating a facility 15 times larger than its predecessor. The new hub processes up to 46,000 parcels
GLP-1 Boom Lifts LATAM Pharma Volumes 150% Despite Flat Global Market
LATAM Cargo is experiencing explosive growth in pharmaceutical air cargo between Europe and Brazil, with a 150% increase in pharmaceutical shipments and 27% overall volume growth on the Europe-Brazil
DHL Expands Pharma Air Cargo Corridors Across Europe, Asia, US
DHL has introduced six new pharmaceutical air cargo corridors connecting Europe, Asia, and the United States to strengthen connectivity for healthcare logistics. This expansion aims to improve the rel
Cyberattacks Disrupt European Supermarket Refrigeration Systems
European supermarket chains have experienced cyberattacks that disrupted refrigeration systems, a critical component of cold chain operations. This incident highlights the vulnerability of food retail
Mexican Avocado Exports to Europe Halted Over Shipping Delays
Mexican fresh produce exporter Aztec Fruits has discontinued all ocean freight shipments of avocados to Europe for the first time in a decade, citing unacceptable increases in transit times and logist
FedEx Launches Digital Pharma Booking Portal Across 26 European Markets
FedEx Europe has launched a digital booking and management portal for pharmaceutical and life sciences shippers, now available across 26 European markets. The platform integrates with FedEx Temp-Assur
Egypt's First Alexandria Dry Port Tackles Transit Cargo Surge
Egypt opened El Amreya Dry Port today, a 146,000 sqm inland logistics hub located 22 km from Alexandria Port. This facility addresses a critical capacity challenge: transit container traffic through A
Maersk Showcases Supply Chain Innovation at Pharma Asia 2026
Maersk is participating in the Pharma Asia International Conference 2026 to showcase supply chain innovations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry. This conference appearance signals the carrier's
Lebanon Cuts Apple Export Shipping Costs Via CMA CGM Initiative
Lebanon has launched a US$1 million refrigerated container shipping subsidy through CMA CGM to reduce freight costs for apple exporters shipping to Arab ports in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Libya. The in
Seafood Industry Still Struggling Despite Tariff Rollback
The wholesale seafood industry is experiencing extended operational challenges despite recent tariff relief measures. Prior tariff policies created disruptions that have not fully resolved, indicating
Kodiak AI launches autonomous freight on Dallas-Laredo lane
Kodiak AI and Charger Logistics have launched commercial autonomous freight service on a 435-mile lane connecting Dallas and Laredo, Texas, beginning September 8. The service currently operates with a
Schiphol Airport Joins Pharma.Aero Network for Cold Chain
Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam has become a member of Pharma.Aero, a specialized network focused on pharmaceutical air cargo logistics. This expansion reinforces Schiphol's role as a critical hub for t
Bio-Pharma Logistics Market Hits $257.8B by 2030
The global bio-pharmaceutical logistics market is experiencing substantial growth, with projections reaching $257.81 billion by 2030. Cold chain logistics represents a critical and dominant segment, a
New Insurance Product Shields Forwarders from Temp and Delay Losses
A new insurance product has been introduced to the freight forwarding market, specifically designed to protect forwarders against financial losses caused by temperature excursions and late cargo arriv
Pharmaceutical Industry Overhauls Supply Chain Planning Amid Rising Disruptions
The pharmaceutical industry is undergoing a significant shift in supply chain strategy as mounting disruptions force companies to reconsider traditional demand planning approaches. This trend reflects
Air Canada Launches Fresh Philippine Carabao Mango Shipments to Vancouver
TAM Group has facilitated a landmark air cargo shipment of fresh Philippine Carabao mangoes to Vancouver via Air Canada, marking an expansion of perishable goods logistics on the North America-Southea
Freehand CEO Discusses Pharma Supply Chain Resilience at LogiPharma USA 2026
Freehand CEO Nitin Jayakrishnan presented insights on pharmaceutical supply chain resilience and disruption management at the LogiPharma USA 2026 conference. The presentation highlighted critical vuln
Port of Bilbao Expands Reefer Services to Americas Market
The Port of Bilbao has established new reefer container logistics services linking Spain to multiple destinations across the Americas, including North America, Central America, and South America. This
DHL Expands Healthcare Logistics Operations Across US Health Systems
DHL Supply Chain is expanding its operations footprint across US health systems, signaling increased investment in the healthcare logistics sector. This expansion reflects growing demand for specializ
Circle Logistics Expands Reefer LTL Services for Food and Beverage
Circle Logistics is expanding its reefer LTL (less-than-truckload) service offerings with a specific focus on food and beverage shippers. This strategic expansion signals growing market demand for tem
Alaska Air targets 50% Hawaii cargo share with dedicated freighters
Alaska Airlines is pursuing significant cargo expansion following its September 2024 acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, targeting $750 million in annual cargo revenue by 2030 compared to $549 million i
NC Ports Targets Refrigerated Cargo in Ambitious 5-Year Growth Plan
North Carolina Ports has announced a five-year strategic growth initiative focused on expanding its refrigerated cargo capabilities. This represents a significant shift toward specialization in temper
Fresh Produce Coalition Drafts Logistics Charter for Industry Standards
The Fresh Produce Coalition is preparing to introduce a comprehensive logistics charter designed to standardize and optimize operations across the fresh produce supply chain. This coordinated effort s
Produce Shippers Launch Best Practice Charter for Transport
Produce shippers are collaborating to establish a comprehensive best practice charter that standardizes transport protocols for fresh commodities throughout the supply chain. This industry-driven init
Avianca Cargo Gains GDP Certification in Madrid & Barcelona
Avianca Cargo has successfully obtained GDP (Good Distribution Practice) certification at both its Madrid and Barcelona facilities, a regulatory achievement that expands the airline's capabilities to
Dutch Port Reefer Cargo Volume Surges Over Past Decade
Dutch ports have experienced a sharp increase in reefer cargo volumes over the past decade, reflecting growing demand for refrigerated container transport and perishable goods logistics. This trend un
Hong Kong Positions as Global Cold Chain Trade Hub
Hong Kong is positioning itself as a global center for cold chain logistics and trade, representing a significant strategic development in Asia-Pacific supply chain infrastructure. This commitment ref
Coffee Logistics Challenges Test Global Supply Chain Resilience
The global coffee supply chain continues to face structural logistics challenges that extend beyond seasonal fluctuations, creating sustained pressure on transport availability, costs, and delivery re
Circle Logistics Expands Reefer LTL to Meet F&B Demand Growth
Circle Logistics has announced an expansion of its refrigerated less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping services, responding to accelerating demand from food and beverage companies seeking flexible, temper
DSV Expands Pharma Air Cargo Services via Shanghai Hub
DSV, a leading global transport and logistics provider, has expanded its specialized air cargo pharmaceutical product portfolio by establishing or strengthening a Shanghai connection. This strategic m
Produce Shipping Costs Surge Amid Capacity Crunch and Border Issues
The produce industry is confronting a triple challenge that threatens to disrupt fresh food supply chains across North America: escalating transportation costs, diminishing carrier capacity, and persi
UK Food Supply Chain Faces Resilience Gaps, Defra Action Urged
The article raises concerns about the UK's food supply chain resilience and calls on the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) to implement stronger protective measures. The analy
Iran War Threatens Medical Supply Delivery for Children
The UN has escalated warnings that ongoing military tensions in Iran are directly disrupting the delivery of critical medical supplies and medications to children and vulnerable populations across the
UK Ministers Warn of Potential Food Shortages
British government officials have issued warnings about the potential for food shortages, signaling that the nation's food supply chain faces structural vulnerabilities. This alert reflects mounting c
Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Threaten Global Medicine Supply Chains
The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint through which approximately 30% of global seaborne petroleum and significant volumes of pharmaceutical ingredients transit, faces mounting operational press
DHL Acquires Uruguayan Freight Forwarder to Strengthen Latin America Hub
DHL Global Forwarding has acquired Aero Cargas S.A., a Uruguay-based freight forwarder, marking the company's first direct operation in the country. The strategic move positions DHL to capture acceler
Crowley Launches Weekly Central America-Houston Ocean Service
Crowley has launched a new dedicated weekly ocean freight service connecting Central America with Port Houston, reflecting growing demand for reliable transportation of fresh produce and time-sensitiv
UPS Invests $2B in Air Hubs as Amazon Exits Logistics
UPS is making a major strategic investment of $2 billion to expand its air hub infrastructure and deepen its healthcare logistics capabilities, capitalizing on a shifting competitive landscape as Amaz
UPS Invests $2B in Global Shipping and Healthcare Distribution
UPS announced a $2 billion investment initiative aimed at enhancing its global shipping capabilities while simultaneously strengthening its healthcare and pharmaceutical logistics operations. This sub
MSC Showcases 30 Years Fresh Produce Expertise at AFL 2026
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has announced its participation at Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL) 2026, leveraging 30 years of operational experience in fresh produce logistics across Asia. This exhi
IAG Cargo Expands Pharmaceutical Network Hub to Kuala Lumpur
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group, has expanded its specialized pharmaceutical logistics network by establishing operations in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This strategic move e
Vietnam Invests in Logistics to Boost Agricultural Exports
Vietnam is pursuing strategic investments in logistics infrastructure to strengthen its agricultural export capabilities. This initiative reflects the growing recognition that agricultural competitive
Jalapeño Salmonella Outbreak Hits Qdoba and Chipotle Across 27 States
A multi-state Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños served at Qdoba and Chipotle has sickened hundreds of consumers across 27 states, forcing both restaurant chains to immediately cease serving the
91% Report Rising UK Food System Risk – What's Driving It?
A significant majority of UK food industry stakeholders, 91 percent, now perceive increased risk within the national food system, signaling widespread concern about supply chain vulnerabilities. This
DP World Opens €48M Cold Chain Hub at Antwerp Port
DP World has announced a significant €48 million investment in a new cold chain hub at the Port of Antwerp, marking a strategic expansion of its temperature-controlled logistics capabilities in Europe
Air India, SkyDrive, Suzuki Partner on Medical Air Logistics Study
Air India, SkyDrive, and Suzuki have announced a Memorandum of Understanding to conduct a joint feasibility study on medical air logistics in India. This strategic collaboration represents a significa
Healthcare Logistics Market Expected to Reach $205B by 2035
The healthcare logistics market is poised for significant expansion, projected to reach USD 205 billion by 2035, reflecting sustained growth in pharmaceutical distribution, medical device logistics, a
Citrus Exports to Middle East Drop Sharply Amid Market Uncertainty
Citrus exporters are experiencing a notable contraction in shipments to Middle Eastern markets, signaling broader challenges in the fresh produce export supply chain. Despite the sharp decline, indust
Supply Chain Disruptions Driving Shift Away from Beef
Blue Yonder's latest consumer survey indicates that supply chain disruptions are materially influencing purchasing decisions in the protein category, with American consumers pivoting away from beef. T
Real-Time Monitoring Transforms Reefer Container Operations
Real-time monitoring systems are fundamentally reshaping how the cold-chain logistics industry manages reefer container operations. This technological advancement enables continuous tracking of temper