Refrigerated transport ready for the future

The global push towards decarbonisation in the transport and logistics sector has sparked a wave of innovation in refrigerated container and trailer technologies including hybrid and fully electric systems, as well as advanced energy recovery solutions.

Companies worldwide are introducing groundbreaking designs aimed at reducing emissions, improving efficiency, and meeting evolving environmental standards. These advancements address the regulatory challenges and pave the way for more sustainable cold chain logistics.

Maersk’s Multi-refrigerant Reefer

In response to the global HFC phase-down under the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol and an evolving regulatory landscape, Maersk Container Industry (MCI) has introduced the ‘Star Cool 1.1’ reefer container designed for adaptability and sustainability.

Maersk head of reefer technology Paul Clarke describes the new container as a “significant innovation”.