Must-Haves for Transport in the Food & Beverage Industry

In the food and beverage industry, transportation is not just about moving goods. It's about preserving quality, ensuring compliance, and preventing financial loss. A single disruption in the cold chain can result in spoilage, regulatory violations, and brand damage. 

With perishable goods making up a significant portion of global shipments, supply chain professionals need transport solutions that provide real-time visibility, precise temperature control, and seamless compliance tracking. That’s why we partner with NewCold, a global leader in automated cold storage, to offer the most reliable and comprehensive refrigerated transport solutions, both in Europe and US. 

Key requirements for food & beverage transport 

1. Temperature Control & Cold Chain Management 

The cold chain is everything when it comes to food logistics. A temperature deviation of just a few degrees can make an entire shipment unsellable. 

Challenge:

Cold chain failures are responsible for up to 30% of global food waste, costing businesses millions annually. Even a slight temperature fluctuation can make goods unsafe for consumption. 

Solution:

Our partnership with NewCold gives customers access to top-tier automated cold storage and transport, reducing risks and maintaining optimal temperatures. Additionally, through our collaboration with Co3, we improve real-time shipment visibility, allowing companies to detect and address deviations before they cause damage. 

With our solutions, you can track shipments in real time and respond instantly to any issues, minimizing losses and ensuring food safety. Our refrigerated transport solutions maintain precise temperature ranges, while real-time monitoring provides proactive alerts to prevent spoilage and ensure compliance. 

• Refrigerated transport solutions that maintain precise temperature ranges. 

• Real-time monitoring that detects and alerts deviations before damage occurs.  

2. Regulatory Compliance & Safety Standards

Strict regulations like EU Regulation (EC) No 852/2004 impose heavy penalties for non-compliance. Beyond financial fines, a single contamination incident can trigger recalls and irreparably harm brand trust. 

Challenge:  

Ensuring full compliance at every transport stage and having all documentation in one single place. 

Solution:  

Our system automates timelines, and transport conditions, while mantaining the necessary documentation (PODs) for seamless regulatory compliance in one single place.

3. Efficient transit & delivery timelines

Delays and inefficiencies in transit lead to higher costs, wasted resources, and dissatisfied customers. Without accurate ETAs and real-time tracking, businesses struggle to plan operations, risking spoilage, stockouts, and missed deadlines.

Challenge:  

Traditional logistics rely on manual planning, emails, and spreadsheets, causing inefficiencies and limited real-time visibility into shipments. 

Solution: 

We optimized routing and provide real-time tracking to avoid delays. You will get real-time tracking and accurate ETAs, ensuring your goods arrive fresh and on time. 

4. Secure handling to prevent spoilage and damage

Improper handling can lead to contamination, breakage, and significant food waste. 

Challenge: 

Having proper packaging and stacking methods to protect shipments, executed by trained, reliable personnel who understand food-grade logistics. 

Solution: 

With our vetted carrier network, you get access to specialized transport providers who adhere to strict food safety handling protocols. Our system allows you to select pre-approved carriers or onboard your own trusted partners, all managed within a single logistics platform.

5. Sustainability & carbon footprint reduction

Sustainability is no longer optional in food and beverage logistics. With rising regulatory pressures and consumer demands, companies must reduce their carbon footprint without sacrificing efficiency. 

Challenge:  

Refrigerated transport is energy-intensive, making it a major contributor to carbon emissions. Empty kilometers from underutilized trucks increase waste and costs. Companies struggle to balance sustainability with operational efficiency. 

Solution: 

We prioritize FTL (Full Truckload) shipments to reduce empty kilometers and maximize load efficiency and we offset 100% carbon emissions from transport to ensure a net-zero footprint. 

Ensure your Food & Beverage logistics are always compliant, efficient, and on time. See how our integrated solutions can transform your supply chain. Book a demo with our experts today!