Month: October 2022

Thermo King by Trane Technologies accelerates Cold Chain Decarbonization

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SWORDS, Ireland ─ Oct. 4, 2022 ─ Thermo King®, a brand of Trane Technologies, has completed initial testing of its innovative evolve™ electric trailer with retailers Walmart and Loblaws, and Martin Brower, a leading supply chain solutions provider for restaurants around the world. During more than 2,500 hours of operation, the battery-powered refrigerated trailer unit delivered excellent […]

Lineage Fresh, a new strategic service providing fresh produce options in the U.S.

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New service builds on acquisitions of Sun Valley Cold Storage and Kloosterboer Group and the construction of new refrigerated storage facility in Savannah, Georgia set to open in Q1 2023 Novi, Mich. – Lineage Logistics, the temperature-controlled industrial REIT and logistics solutions provider, announced Lineage Fresh, a new strategic service providing fresh storage options for […]

Maersk North America Leader emphasizes need for supply chain resiliency

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Charleston, South Carolina – Speaking at the 48th Annual South Carolina International Trade Conference on the “Customer Strategy Post Pandemic” panel, Narin Phol – Maersk North America’s Regional Managing Director recommended building resiliency into supply chains, developing technology solutions and decarbonization solutions. The messages underlined this year’s conference theme “Elevating the importance of Supply Chains.” “Supply chain disruption is […]

Controlant recognized for exponential growth

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In September 2022 Controlant was awarded with the annual Vaxtarsprotinn, an award that acknowledges and recognizes exponential growth and scale-up in the startup community in Iceland.  This is the 16th time the Vaxtarsprotinn has been awarded, presented by the Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation, Áslaug Arna Sigurbjörnsdóttir, as a joint venture between the […]

African sustainable cooling centre appoints Morris Kayitare as General Manager

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Morris Kayitare has been appointed General Manager for the African Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Cooling and Cold chain (ACES). Morris will work with in-country delivery partners, Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA – Ministry of Environment) and the University of Rwanda to oversee building and fitting out of key facilities at ACES, which is scheduled […]

Danfoss announces intent to acquire German compressor manufacturer BOCK Gmbh to strengthen expertise in CO2 and natural refrigerants technology

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  • BOCK GmbH, originally founded in 1932, is a technology and innovation leader in its field and offers one of the world’s largest portfolios of semi-hermetic compressors for natural refrigerants
  • With the acquisition, Danfoss is investing significantly in broadening its scope of sustainable, clean technologies to speed up the green transition in commercial refrigeration systems 
  • The transaction is subject to regulatory approval and is expected to close no later than Q1 2023

Bangalore: Danfoss has announced the intent to acquire compressor manufacturer BOCK GmbH, headquartered in Frickenhausen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, from NORD Holding GmbH.

With over 50 years of history and assets under management of € 2.5 billion, NORD Holding is one of the leading private equity asset management companies in Germany.

Developing compressors for the natural refrigerant CO2 since 1993, BOCK is a global technology leader in the field of environmentally friendly, economical compressors.

According to the International Institute of Refrigeration, refrigeration technology and air conditioning take up about 15 % of the electricity consumption worldwide, making the quest for energy efficient solutions ever more relevant. Intelligent solutions, combining high energy efficiency and low-GWP refrigerants, both natural and synthetic, are the road to sustainable refrigeration and air conditioning. By acquiring BOCK GmbH, Danfoss takes a proactive approach to further the development and use of low-GWP refrigerants to help abate global warming and to ensure the competitiveness of the industry.

At Pack Expo, TeknoPlex Consumer Products to Give Sustainability-focused Presentation on Innovation Stage

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“Rethink Responsibly” highlights company’s materials diversity-driven approach to optimizing sustainability.

Wayne, PA – TekniPlex Consumer Products, a globally integrated provider of innovative solutions through materials science and manufacturing technologies, will host a presentation highlighting its materials science-based approach to sustainability at Pack Expo in Chicago. On Sunday, October 23 at 3:00 p.m., on Innovation Stage 1 (Stand N4560), the company will present Rethink Responsibly, which discusses a variety of challenges surrounding one of packaging’s most complex, all-encompassing topics.

“Rethink Responsibly” has become a mindset for TekniPlex. The half-hour presentation will provide an overview of this concept, which commits to continually considering what it means to provide responsible solutions to customers, their consumers, and the planet. The approach reflects the company’s promise to perpetual progress across materials science design innovation, supply chain and operational efficiencies, materials reduction, closed loop manufacturing, and promotion of bio-based and post-consumer recycled (PCR) resins, among other areas relevant to sustainability.

Oscar Martin SVP of Global Innovation for TekniPlex

The presentation will be delivered by a pair of executives well versed in the sustainability space. As TekniPlex’s Senior Vice President of Global Innovation, Oscar Martin works with cross-functional teams, executive leaders, and customers to drive innovation strategy and long-term growth.

Greg Ambrog, Vice President of Sales

Martin’s co-presenter, Vice President of Sales Greg Ambrogi, steers efforts to create sustainable solutions that reduce environmental impact while maximizing manufacturability, performance, and end-user experiences.

The presentation also will introduce an expanded product line that TekniPlex Consumer Products is debuting at Pack Expo. The company’s GeoPack portfolio comprises a broad spectrum of product families meeting defined criteria for sustainability. These criteria comprise varying combinations of materials science sustainability’s “4 Rs” – reduce, recycle, reuse and renew – including biodegradable or compostable materials, post-consumer recycled content, recyclability, renewable substrates, and legislation compliance. The goal is to deliver solutions tailored toward customers’ sustainability metrics, including providing information on specific products’ environmental impact.

Latest technologies being used by polymer manufacturers to create innovative profiles for commercial refrigeration

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Refrigeration is arguably one of the most advanced innovations of the century, reshaping communities around the world by improving quality and longevity of stored products and overall quality of life. Unlike any other sector in history, the commercial refrigeration industry is going through a time of unprecedented innovation. Presently and regardless of the type of […]

University of Birmingham and Indian State of Haryana signed a MOU for sustainable cold chain

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Sustainable cooling experts came to Birmingham for a global summit organised by the Centre for Sustainable Cooling (CSC) – taking the next steps towards delivering sustainable and resilient cold-chains in a warming world. At the summit, the University of Birmingham and the Indian State of Haryana signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a […]

Emirates SkyCargo and United Cargo announce landmark agreement

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Dubai: Emirates SkyCargo and United Cargo signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that follows on the heels of the new broader historic commercial agreement between two of the largest global airlines. This coordination will deliver benefits to air freight customers of both Emirates Skycargo and United Cargo around the world.

The MoU was signed at the World Cargo Symposium (WCS) – IATA event in London, UK by Nabil Sultan, Emirates Divisional Senior Vice President, Cargo and Jan Krems, President, United Cargo.

Under the terms of the MoU, Emirates SkyCargo and United Cargo will work closely on a number of aspects, which include expanding cargo interline options and blocked space agreements, pending regulatory approvals. This will build on existing cargo interline arrangements between both air cargo operators and offer freight customers access to more capacity on a larger combined global network.

“Emirates SkyCargo is committed to being the leading player in the global air cargo industry providing our customers with the highest standards of products and services. Cooperating with United, who is a leading airline in its own right with strengths and a network that are complementary to our own, will allow us to add value for our customers and help them reach new markets more speedily,” said Nabil Sultan, Emirates Divisional Senior Vice President, Cargo.

“United is pleased to work with Emirates SkyCargo on this MoU. As one of the leading carriers worldwide, Emirates SkyCargo is an important player in the industry, and our supplementary capabilities allow us to provide new service offerings to our customers worldwide. We share a common commitment to providing industry-leading solutions for our customers and we look forward to working together in the future.” said Jan Krems, President, United Cargo.

United Cargo will have access to Emirates SkyCargo’s high frequency distribution network through the belly-hold of passenger flights to over 100 global destinations and 11 freighters, whilst Emirates SkyCargo will have access to over 200 cities in the US and 300 cities across five continents through United Cargo.