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COLD-CHAIN LOGISTICS KNOWLEDGE

Latest updates on FDA & customs regulations, cold-chain logistics, and port and drayage trends.

How Cold Storage Warehouses Calculate Billing: What’s in Your Invoice?Warehousing & Storage

How Cold Storage Warehouses Calculate Billing: What’s in Your Invoice?

When you store freight in a cold storage warehouse—especially as an importer dealing with perishable cargo—understanding your invoice can save you from budget surprises. Billing in refrigerated warehousing isn’t just about the space your goods occupy. It often includes handling charges,...

July 25, 20253m
Weekend Port Arrivals? Why You Need Cold Storage That Accepts Freight 24/7Warehousing & Storage

Weekend Port Arrivals? Why You Need Cold Storage That Accepts Freight 24/7

Your container finally arrives at the port—on a Saturday evening. You’ve got frozen seafood, produce, or meat inside a reefer, and the receiving warehouse is... closed until Monday.

July 17, 20253m
What Are Slip Sheets and Why Do Some Shipments Use Them Instead of Pallets?Warehousing & Storage

What Are Slip Sheets and Why Do Some Shipments Use Them Instead of Pallets?

Pallets have long been the default unit for shipping and storing goods, especially in cold storage. But there's a lesser-known alternative that some importers and exporters use to cut costs and save space: slip sheets.

July 17, 20253m
How Much Cold Storage Space Do You Actually Need? A Guide for Importers and DistributorsWarehousing & Storage

How Much Cold Storage Space Do You Actually Need? A Guide for Importers and Distributors

Not sure how much cold storage space your shipment needs? Learn how to estimate pallet counts, volume, and temperature zones to avoid overpaying or running short on space.

July 11, 20253m
Freight Forwarder vs. Cold Storage Provider: Which Is Right for Your Perishable Imports?Warehousing & Storage

Freight Forwarder vs. Cold Storage Provider: Which Is Right for Your Perishable Imports?

Wondering if you should book cold storage through a freight forwarder or go direct? Learn the pros and cons of both options and how to choose what’s right for your shipments.

July 10, 20253m