Cold Storage & Perishable Goods Logistics
Course Overview
This two-day programme focuses on the specialised logistics of cold storage and perishable goods management. With growing African demand for fresh produce, pharmaceuticals, and temperature-sensitive products, cold chain logistics has become a critical capability for logistics operators across the continent.
Participants will learn about temperature control requirements, cold storage operations, handling and packaging standards, temperature monitoring technology, and the regulatory requirements for perishable goods logistics in South Africa and key African markets. The programme covers the complete cold chain from producer through to retail distribution.
Designed for logistics professionals working with or planning to work with perishable goods, cold storage operators, and supply chain managers in the food, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries.
Who Should Attend
- Cold storage facility managers and operators
- Logistics managers handling perishable goods distribution
- Food and pharmaceutical supply chain professionals
- Quality assurance managers in temperature-sensitive industries
- Refrigerated transport operators and service providers
Learning Outcomes
- Understand temperature control requirements for different perishable product categories
- Manage cold storage operations effectively for quality and efficiency
- Implement temperature monitoring and cold chain integrity systems
- Handle and package perishable goods to maintain product quality during transit
- Ensure compliance with cold chain regulatory requirements in African markets
Course Modules
Cold Chain Fundamentals
Temperature ranges for product categories, cold chain integrity, the cold chain in African logistics, and industry standards.
Cold Storage Operations
Cold storage facility types, temperature management, stock rotation, handling procedures, and energy efficiency considerations.
Monitoring, Compliance & Quality
Temperature monitoring technology, HACCP, regulatory requirements, quality management, and cold chain performance measurement.
Course Details
Upcoming Intakes
Prices are displayed for convenience. Final billing may be processed in South African Rand unless otherwise agreed.
