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Around the World With the Citrus Fruits
With their refreshing mix of sweet and sour aroma, citrus is one of the most beloved fruits and even make up the main fruit tree crop in the world. Not only that: demand for citrus is only increasing. This is mainly due to a recent rise in awareness of their health benefits and vitamin contents. At…
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…