Refrigerated transport operators prioritize fleet flexibility

Refrigerated transport operators are increasingly prioritizing fleet flexibility to manage shifting customer demands and fluctuating costs. Robert Smith, Head of Growth & Revenue at Eurocold, notes that while reliability remains essential, businesses require the ability to adapt their capacity as contracts and delivery footprints evolve.

Traditional fleet planning based on fixed volumes and routes is becoming less effective due to unpredictable growth and seasonal changes. For example, Melbourne-based Richmond Oysters has transitioned from a seafood specialist to a broad foodservice provider, requiring its refrigerated fleet to adapt to a wider range of products including meat, poultry, and dairy.