Why ColdChainSA?
—— Founded by Cold Chain Professionals
Generic business directories don’t understand cold chain. They mix refrigerated transport with standard freight, treat -18°C pharmaceutical logistics the same as ambient delivery, and can’t distinguish between last-mile couriers and long-haul freight operations. ColdChainSA is different—we’re built by operators who’ve driven many thousands of kilometers in refrigerated vehicles and understand that altitude affects compressor performance, that Johannesburg’s heat islands add 11°C to effective ambient temperature, and that floor insulation matters as much as roof insulation when pavement reaches 70°C.
Whether you need GDP-compliant pharmaceutical courier services in Gauteng, blast freezing capacity near Durban port, or TRU suppliers who understand altitude derating—you’ll find qualified operators with transparent capabilities, regional coverage, and actual compliance certifications. Not just business names in a database.
Featured Articles
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Cold Chain Reshaping South Africa’s Food Retail and Wholesale Sector: Four Trends Defining 2025 and Beyond
South Africa’s food retail sector is undergoing rapid transformation, with cold chain infrastructure at the centre. Four trends are reshaping the industry: the quick commerce revolution (Sixty60, Woolies Dash, and now Walmart’s 60-minute delivery), geographic expansion into townships and rural areas, massive investment in energy resilience and renewable power, and explosive market growth projected to exceed USD 20 billion by 2030. For cold chain operators, equipment suppliers, and service providers, understanding these shifts is essential to capturing growth in a market where retailers demand ever-higher performance from their temperature-controlled logistics partners. Read the Full Article “Cold Chain Reshaping South Africa’s Food Retail and Wholesale Sector: Four Trends Defining 2025 and Beyond”
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AI in Cold Chain Logistics: Separating Substance from Sales Pitch
Every cold chain technology vendor now claims “AI-powered” solutions—but according to recent industry surveys, 92% of supply chain leaders report technology investments haven’t achieved expected results, and just 25% of organisations are actually using AI insights despite the marketing hype. This article provides a practical framework for South African operators to evaluate AI claims before committing capital. Learn the three essential questions to ask any vendor, understand why AI succeeds in banking but struggles in logistics, and discover when good dashboards and disciplined SOPs deliver 80% of the value at 10% of the cost. Read the Full Article “AI in Cold Chain Logistics: Separating Substance from Sales Pitch”
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Understanding South Africa’s Cold Chain: What the Numbers Do (and Don’t) Tell Us
Search for “South Africa cold chain market size” and you’ll encounter a bewildering spread of figures. One report says USD 2 billion. Another claims USD 7 billion. A third suggests the market exceeds USD 20 billion. All published within the same year. This article won’t pretend to have the definitive number. Instead, we explain why estimates vary so dramatically, identify which figures carry the most confidence, acknowledge what we genuinely don’t know, and provide the operational context that pure market research often misses—including regional facility data and the SME access gap affecting smaller operators. Read the Full Article “Understanding South Africa’s Cold Chain: What the Numbers Do (and Don’t) Tell Us”
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Looking For?
Finding qualified cold chain services shouldn’t require guesswork. Generic directories mix refrigerated transport with standard freight and provide no visibility on compliance certifications, temperature capabilities, or regional coverage. ColdChainSA gives you transparent information on operator qualifications—R638 compliance, GDP validation, temperature ranges, equipment specifications, and actual service areas. Search by what you actually need: pharmaceutical cold chain in Durban, blast freezing near Cape Town port, or last-mile frozen delivery in Johannesburg. Find providers who can actually meet your requirements.
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Why List on ColdChain SA?
Generic business directories bury cold chain operators alongside unrelated logistics companies where customers can’t find you. ColdChainSA is South Africa’s specialized cold chain directory—customers searching for temperature-controlled services find qualified operators, not standard freight companies. Showcase your capabilities, compliance certifications, regional coverage, and equipment specifications to buyers actively searching for cold chain solutions. Basic listings are free. No pay-to-play, no competitor suppression—just transparent visibility for legitimate cold chain operators.
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