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The ZIMonitor Makes Headlines in Italy
At the end of May, ZIM Italia, representing global carrier ZIM Integrated Shipping Services, has hosted a one-of-a-kind meeting, joined by ZIM Italy’s VIP reefer customers. The COVID-19 epidemic has brought the world of commercial events to a near standstill, and now, finally, ZIM Italia is incredib…
Cold Chain Spotlight – The Intra-Med Reefer Trade
It’s safe to say that refrigerated shipping has always been the backbone of global trade. The world will never stop demanding food products or medicine, which is why the refrigerated sector simply doesn’t have the luxury of down time. Reefers hold a special place in the Intra-Mediterranean trade, wh…
Big Fish, Big Business – China’s Tilapia
Seafood enthusiasts enjoy a wide selection of delicacies from all around the world – from lobsters and oysters to salmon and tuna, just to name a few. In fact, over half of the seafood we eat comes from fish farming, also known as aquaculture. If you eat fish, you have probably already tried tilapia…
The Inside Scoop – Mexico’s Avocado Boom
When you think about Mexico you probably think about its abundant food supply. In fact, when it comes to the export of Mexico’s agricultural products, the country has consistently strived to provide a vast range of high-quality fruits and vegetables including fresh avocado, banana, lemon, followed b…
The Vietnamese Dragon Fruit Craze
Vietnam, which is one of Asia’s major manufacturing hubs, is also a leading global exporter of refrigerated goods. Over the last two decades, the country’s agricultural trade has experienced a fast-paced growth, with top commodities including various seafoods like catfish and shrimp, as well as Asia…
The Pharmacy of the World
In a country as large and geographically diverse as India, refrigerated transport is crucial for the safe distribution of fresh and frozen commodities. The Indian cold-chain market has gained momentum and is currently an essential part of the global supply chain industry. India, Sri Lanka, Banglades…
Real-Time Visibility in the Pharma Cold Chain
The pharmaceutical cold chain transports millions of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies every day, but it is also among the most demanding of all supply chain operations. Shipping pharmaceuticals brings a unique set of risks as it must arrive on time, unharmed and needs to be transported within th…
Cool Tips for Shipping Perishables
Most people agree that it's one thing to ship furniture but transporting food and fresh products is a whole different story. From fresh fruits to fish and meat, perishable goods are some of the most widely distributed products across the world, and most challenging to handle. The process of shipping…
Shipping Perishables the Right Way
The refrigerated shipping industry has long been recognized for its advanced innovative capabilities to deliver a diverse range of products and goods across vast distances. With food being one of the most popular products distributed worldwide, shipping perishable goods has become a standard procedu…
Driving Change in the Pharma Arena
The global pharmaceutical cold chain sector is unlike any other. It is huge, dynamic and provides us with an ever-expanding range of essential life-saving products. The recent pandemic has shed a spotlight on the dramatic increasing demand of the industry. As global quarantine measures emerged, caus…
Keep Cool and Carry on (Your Cargo)
The last two years of a worldwide pandemic have taught us the most essential actions to take in times of crisis. While most of the focus on cold chain in recent years has been primarily on fresh and healthy food products, the world’s population requires pharmaceuticals and medical supplies as well. …
Reefer Maintenance Never Looked This Cool
If you’ve entered the frozen aisle of the grocery store, you’d see a selection of food items from all over the world, but have you ever wondered how they made their way to the shelves? Shipping containers are the most advanced solution and have become an essential part of global exports by providing…
The Greatest Grapes of All
With access to one of the most strategic waterways in the world, rich lands and warm weather, Egypt has positioned itself as a leading producer of fresh fruits and vegetables. The widespread range of local production offers a multitude of fresh agricultural produce all year round. Potatoes, onions,…
Make Way for The King of Thai Fruit
One of the most divisive foods in the world, the durian is also crowned as the notorious “King of Fruits”. This exotic delicacy is an acquired taste, sharply dividing opinions across the world. The controversy behind this wild fruit does not actually come from its rich taste, but rather its legendar…
It’s a Citrus Celebration in South Africa
From lemons and limes to oranges and grapefruits, citrus fruits provide a burst of sunshine any time of year. The rich vibrant colors of the citrus season have emerged in South Africa, bringing excitement as local warehouses are busy packing for global refrigerated exports, making their way to marke…