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Cold Chain Resilience Amid Global Heatwaves

As much of the world faces record-breaking heat, the food logistics sector is under growing pressure to maintain the integrity of the cold chain. For companies like ACIT, ensuring the safe and timely movement of temperature-sensitive goods is more critical than ever.

Higher ambient temperatures are pushing refrigeration systems harder during transit and warehousing. Equipment failures, delays at ports, and power grid stress can all contribute to product spoilage, resulting in financial loss and reputational damage. In many regions, these conditions are no longer seasonal — they’re becoming the new normal.

To stay ahead, operators are turning to smarter systems. IoT-enabled temperature monitoring, real-time tracking, and AI-driven route optimisation are now essential tools in managing risk. Meanwhile, investment in well-insulated containers and high-efficiency mobile refrigeration is helping to buffer against temperature spikes during transit.

At ACIT, resilience in our cold chain operations remains a top priority. By proactively monitoring transit conditions and maintaining strong local partnerships, we continue to deliver reliability — even as environmental pressures grow.

As climate volatility becomes a constant rather than an exception, building stronger, smarter cold chain logistics is no longer optional. It’s the backbone of a food-secure future.