Adding Value Through Reefers

Adding Value Through Reefers

Leveraging innovative technology for perishables during long-distance transportation with PIL Reefer Containers

Adding Value Through Reefers
Adding Value Through Reefers
Background Challenge

  • Expansion into Perishables: Since 2022, PIL Logistics expanded global freight services for perishable items like frozen chicken, grapes, avocados, and bananas.
  • Long-Distance Complexity: Transporting fresh produce requires specialized refrigeration and controlled environments to preserve quality.
  • Quality Preservation Need: Addressing the challenge of extending shelf life during transportation over extended trade routes.

Solution

  • Innovative Reefer Technology: Integrated Carrier Transicold’s EverFRESH Active Controlled Atmosphere (CA) system into reefer containers.
  • Controlled Atmosphere: System regulates oxygen and carbon dioxide to slow ripening and maintain product freshness.
  • Proven Application: Successfully implemented for the first avocado shipment from Africa to Asia, demonstrating its effectiveness.

Results

  • Expanded Perishable Capabilities: Enhanced ability to transport a broader range of fresh commodities across global trade lanes.
  • Preserved Product Quality: Extended shelf life ensures perishable goods reach customers in optimal condition.
  • Customer Trust and Growth: Reinforced reliability and quality in freight forwarding services for perishables, boosting customer satisfaction.