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The cold storage sector in the UAE is well-positioned for future development and innovation because of its topnotch logistical infrastructure and the advantageous location at the intersection of Asia, Europe and Africa

Anam Khan anam@khaleejtimes.com

The UAE’s refrigeration and cold storage industry has expanded significantly in recent years as a result of rising consumer demand for food and pharmaceuticals. The nation is a hub for logistics and cold storage services due to its advantageous location as a key transit country between Asia, Europe, and Africa.

According to Research and Markets, the need for frozen and chilled food goods, medicines, and chemicals will drive the UAE cold storage market’s compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5 per cent between 2021 and 2026. The research also highlights the industry’s expanding emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency, as well as the increased use of cutting-edge refrigeration technology.

Among the key players in the UAE refrigeration and cold storage sector are Al Furad Refrigeration, Ampex Engineering Services and Technical Supplies & Services Company. These companies have established a strong presence in the market, offering a range of innovative solutions and services to meet the growing demand for cold storage and logistics.

Leading refrigeration solution supplier in the UAE, Al Furad Refrigeration provide tailored solutions to satisfy the unique demands of its customers is one of its main competitive advantages. The business closely collaborates with its customers to comprehend their demands and build suitable systems. Due to this, the business has amassed a devoted following of clients and developed a solid name in the industry.

Another significant participant in the UAE’s refrigeration and cold storage market is Ampex Engineering Services. It emphasise innovation and technology as one of its main advantages. The business has made significant investments in research and development to create cutting-edge refrigeration systems that are sustainable and energy-efficient. Due to this, the business has managed to outperform its rivals and get significant contracts for the sector.

Established in 1973, Technical Supplies & Services Company (TSSC) is another one-stop solutions provider for the cold chain, building and housing industry. The company invests heavily in green initiatives that are in line with its commitment towards a more sustainable engineering in terms of design and production.

Leading the way

The growth of the UAE refrigeration and cold storage sector has also been driven by the government’s focus on developing the country’s logistics infrastructure.

The cold transport market in the UAE is expected to grow really fast, with a substantial high demand for temperature sensitive and perishable goods, food and pharmaceuticals, alongside an increase in consumer spending on retail goods.

Established in 1973, Technical Supplies & Services Company (TSSC), is a one-stop solutions provider for the cold chain, building and housing industry. A member of Harwal Group, the company has long been a pioneer in the manufacture of isothermal bodyworks. Headquartered in the UAE, with manufacturing and sales facilities across the region including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Russia. TSSC employs the latest construction techniques to produce over 200 insulated vehicle bodies per month to the highest standards which guarantee thermal efficiency and durability.

From small to large, midtemperature to deep-frozen, TSSC’s Refrigerated Truck Division builds refrigerated vehicle bodies for pickups, trucks, vans and trailers according to specific requirements. These vehicle bodies are ideal for transporting dry goods as well as food products such as dairy, poultry, meat, fruits and juices. Insulated bodies can be constructed to maintain temperatures as low as -25°C. Some of the other industries apart from food and beverage that utilise TSSC products and services include the pharmaceutical and medical industry for transporting temperature-sensitive medicines, medical samples and medical waste products, the beauty / cosmetic industry — heat and direct sunlight can have chemical effects on beauty products — the animal livestock industry and the electronics industry — low temperature is a critical factor for sensitive electronic equipment.

A few features of the products that makes TSSC stand out are its unique aerodynamic profile box designs that help reduce drag and improves fuel efficiency, high insulation panels that improve temperature retention, temperature monitoring system, and the choice of flooring panels for different applications — anti-skid aluminum checkered plate, food safe and water proof GRP and T profile checkered aluminium for better air circulation. Other features include refrigerated trailers with multi- temperature movable partitions, range of accessories from European partners — meat hanging, PVC curtains, under slider tail lifts, range of shelving. Unlike other manufacturers, TSSC does not design box structure for chiller vans — panels are designed and installed to provide maximum cubic storage space. In addition to after sales service we offer comprehensive service for refrigersted boxes at our service centres in Sharjah and Dubai Investment Park.

TSSC continues to invest in green initiatives that are in line with its commitment towards a more sustainable engineering in terms of design and production. Its solar powered refrigeration unit provides various benefits such as less energy consumption, less noise pollution, elimination of emissions from diesel exhausts and less dependency on the truck engines to maintain cooling in cases where engines are shut off.

TSSC’s innovative solutions also include Eutectic plate systems for freezer applications, which ensures the maintenance of temperature inside a refrigerated truck for long periods, even after the unit has been disconnected from the power supply. To know more, get in touch Website:www.tsscgroup.com