Cold Chain Market
“The Global Cold Chain Market reached at a CAGR of 9.28% during the forecast period 2024-2031.” As per DataM intelligence research report
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United States: Recent Industry Developments
✅ In November 2025, UPS Healthcare completed the acquisition of Andlauer Healthcare Group to expand its temperature-controlled logistics network. The deal adds multiple cold storage facilities and specialized distribution centers across North America. It enhances UPS’s ability to handle biologics, vaccines, and critical pharmaceuticals efficiently.
✅ In October 2025, Lineage Logistics launched an advanced AI-driven warehouse management system to optimize temperature monitoring and inventory rotation. The system uses predictive analytics to reduce spoilage and energy consumption. It represents a major leap toward intelligent cold storage automation in the U.S. logistics sector.
✅ In September 2025, Americold Realty Trust announced a new cold chain hub in Texas to support food and pharmaceutical clients. The facility integrates real-time IoT sensors for temperature and humidity control. It reinforces Americold’s commitment to sustainable, tech-enabled cold storage infrastructure.
✅ In August 2025, DHL Supply Chain expanded its U.S. cold chain capacity with new temperature-controlled transportation routes for vaccines and clinical trial materials. The initiative includes digital shipment tracking for end-to-end visibility. It strengthens DHL’s service portfolio in pharmaceutical cold chain logistics.
Japan: Recent Industry Developments
✅ In November 2025, Nippon Express opened a new cold chain distribution center near Osaka to serve pharmaceutical and perishable goods sectors. The facility features multi-temperature zones and advanced tracking systems. It supports Japan’s growing demand for safe and efficient temperature-sensitive logistics.
✅ In October 2025, Yamato Transport partnered with Fujitsu to deploy IoT-enabled temperature control systems in refrigerated trucks. The technology provides real-time alerts for temperature deviations during transport. It enhances reliability and quality assurance in Japan’s cold chain delivery network.
✅ In September 2025, Mitsubishi Logistics announced the upgrade of its Yokohama cold storage hub to include renewable-powered refrigeration systems. The upgrade aims to reduce carbon emissions while maintaining strict temperature stability. It showcases Japan’s commitment to sustainable cold chain modernization.
✅ In August 2025, Kintetsu World Express launched an expanded pharmaceutical cold chain service integrating air and ground logistics. The service ensures consistent ultra-low-temperature handling for biologics and vaccines. It aligns with Japan’s strategic focus on healthcare supply resilience and innovation.
Cold Chain Market: Drivers
he cold chain market is witnessing robust growth as global demand for temperature-controlled logistics increases across pharmaceuticals, food, and biotechnology sectors. Cold chain systems ensure the safe storage and transportation of perishable goods such as vaccines, biopharmaceuticals, dairy, meat, and fresh produce. Rising consumption of frozen and processed foods, coupled with stricter food safety regulations, is driving investments in advanced refrigeration and monitoring technologies. The pharmaceutical industry’s reliance on temperature-sensitive biologics and vaccines has further highlighted the critical importance of reliable cold chain infrastructure. Additionally, the expansion of global trade and e-commerce in perishable products is strengthening market growth.
Technological advancements such as IoT-enabled sensors, real-time tracking, and data analytics are revolutionizing cold chain efficiency and reliability. Energy-efficient refrigeration systems and sustainable refrigerants are gaining traction amid growing environmental concerns. Emerging markets are witnessing rapid development of cold storage facilities and last-mile delivery networks to support food and healthcare logistics. Moreover, public-private partnerships and government initiatives to strengthen vaccine distribution are accelerating market evolution. As industries prioritize quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience, the cold chain market is poised for sustained, innovation-driven growth in the coming years.
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Cold Chain Market: Major Players
Americold, Preferred Freezer Services, Burris Logistics, Lineage Logistics Holdings, APAC Cold Global Supply Chain CO., Ltd, Swire Cold Storage Ltd, AGRO Merchants Group, Cloverleaf Cold Storage, Kloosterboer and Hanson Logistics
Segment Covered in the Cold Chain Market:
By Temperature Control
The market is segmented into Conventional Refrigeration and Packaging Material. Conventional refrigeration dominates due to its widespread use in maintaining temperature-sensitive goods like dairy and pharmaceuticals. Packaging materials such as insulated boxes and phase change materials are increasingly adopted for last-mile delivery and short-distance cold chain applications.
By Type
Based on type, the market is divided into Chilled and Frozen. The frozen segment holds a major share owing to the high demand for long-term preservation of meat, seafood, and processed foods. The chilled category is growing steadily due to increased consumption of fresh fruits, vegetables, and ready-to-eat meals.
By Technology
The market is categorized into Blast Freezing, Vapor Compression, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Evaporative Cooling, Cryogenic Systems, and Others. Vapor compression systems lead the segment for their energy efficiency and reliability, while cryogenic systems are gaining traction in high-value pharmaceutical and specialty food logistics.
By Application
Applications include Dairy and Frozen Desserts, Fruits and Vegetables, Bakery and Confectionery, Pharmaceuticals, Fish, Meat, Seafood Products, and Others. Pharmaceuticals dominate due to stringent temperature control needs, while meat and seafood segments also contribute significantly, driven by rising global demand for frozen protein-based products.
Research Process:
Both primary and secondary data sources have been used in the Cold Chain Market research report. During the research process, a wide range of industry-affecting factors are examined, including governmental regulations, market conditions, competitive levels, historical data, market situation, technological advancements, upcoming developments, in related businesses, as well as market volatility, prospects, potential barriers, and challenges.
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Regional Analysis:
⇥ North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
⇥ Europe (U.K., Italy, Germany, Russia, France, Spain, The Netherlands and Rest of Europe)
⇥ Asia-Pacific (India, Japan, China, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia Rest of Asia Pacific)
⇥ South America (Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America)
⇥ Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, U.A.E., South Africa, Rest of Middle East & Africa)
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✅ Consumer Behavior & Demand Analysis
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