Coop Automates Food Supply Chain for Faster Fresh Delivery

Coop Automates Food Supply Chain for Faster Fresh Delivery

Coop Group's distribution center optimizes the entire process from receiving and storage to picking and shipping through automation. By employing precise temperature control, diverse picking systems, and intelligent shipping buffers, Coop Group enhances efficiency, reduces costs, and improves customer experience. This serves as a valuable reference for the future development of the food supply chain, demonstrating how automation can streamline operations and improve overall performance in a demanding industry.

01/29/2026 Warehousing
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Air Freight Links Farms to Supermarkets Amid Supply Chain Demand

Air Freight Links Farms to Supermarkets Amid Supply Chain Demand

This article analyzes the importance of the food logistics industry, particularly the critical role of air transportation in ensuring the timely delivery of fresh produce to consumers. In 2024, the fresh produce market via air transportation is projected to grow by 8%, with fruits and vegetables holding the largest share. Accelerated air freight services will significantly reduce food waste.

07/31/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Chinas Retail Sector Rethinks Frontwarehouse Model Amid Fresh Food Boom

Chinas Retail Sector Rethinks Frontwarehouse Model Amid Fresh Food Boom

The fresh food retail industry is undergoing rapid changes, and the front warehouse model faces both challenges and opportunities. This article analyzes the advantages and disadvantages of the front warehouse model, explores the operating strategies of different companies, and forecasts the future development trend of front warehouses. The core argument is that fresh food retail companies need to return to the essence of business and respect market rules in order to survive and thrive in the competition. They must adapt and innovate to remain competitive in the evolving landscape.

09/28/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Cold Chain Storage Demand Rises with Fresh Food Ecommerce Growth

Cold Chain Storage Demand Rises with Fresh Food Ecommerce Growth

A CBRE report reveals that the explosive growth of fresh produce e-commerce is driving significant demand for cold chain warehousing. This sector faces challenges like high costs, long construction periods, and strict temperature control. Future trends include speculative development, expansion into lower-tier cities, and automation upgrades. To capitalize on this trillion-dollar market, stakeholders must embrace technological innovation, focus on lower-tier markets, and strengthen collaboration. Seizing these opportunities will be key to success in the evolving cold chain warehousing landscape.

01/28/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Fast Transportation Of Canadian Lobster From North Atlantic To Chinese Table In Just 27 Hours

Fast Transportation Of Canadian Lobster From North Atlantic To Chinese Table In Just 27 Hours

The rapid transportation of Canadian lobsters showcases the efficiency of cold chain logistics. Within just 27 hours, lobsters can be transported from the North Atlantic fishing areas to tables in China. With refined process management and various transportation methods, the liveliness of the lobsters is ensured, supporting the globalization of fresh food. Recently opened routes will further enhance this efficiency, allowing more food lovers to enjoy fresh seafood.

07/22/2025 Logistics
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SF Express Expands into Livestream Fresh Produce Sales

SF Express Expands into Livestream Fresh Produce Sales

SF Express has entered the live streaming e-commerce arena with its "Good Products Live Studio," focusing on fresh produce and agricultural products. Choosing a mini-program instead of Douyin aims for differentiated competition, leveraging its logistics advantages to create high-quality fresh food e-commerce services. While facing challenges such as pricing and traffic, its "agricultural products + logistics" strategy may reshape the landscape of fresh produce e-commerce. This approach emphasizes quality and reliable delivery, potentially setting a new standard in the industry.

01/07/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Yangtze River Delta Railway Cold Chain Transport Train Revolutionizing Fresh Logistics Efficiency

Yangtze River Delta Railway Cold Chain Transport Train Revolutionizing Fresh Logistics Efficiency

The first cold chain transport train in the Yangtze River Delta commenced operations on July 18, 2023, focusing on fresh products like frozen meat. The travel time has been reduced to 38 hours, with costs lowered by 20%. This train will run on a regular weekly schedule and plans to expand to multiple cities nationwide, promoting the development of a cold chain railway transportation network.

07/23/2025 Logistics
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Del Monte Shifts Strategy to Full Supply Chain Provider

Del Monte Shifts Strategy to Full Supply Chain Provider

Del Monte, a fresh produce giant, is actively expanding its logistics business by partnering with Stord and Happy Egg Co. to offer comprehensive logistics services and open up its cold chain infrastructure. Leveraging its robust logistics assets and extensive experience in the fresh produce sector, Del Monte aims to become an end-to-end supply chain service provider. This strategic move allows them to capitalize on the burgeoning fresh produce e-commerce market, address the challenges of fresh produce logistics, and achieve new growth.

01/28/2026 Logistics
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