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September 9, 2025 By admin

What Extreme Environments Teach Us About Cold Chain

Throughout history, extreme cold has acted as nature’s greatest preserver. From the mammoths discovered perfectly intact in Siberian ice to fruits and seeds recovered from glaciers, freezing temperatures have proven their power to protect life and resources across centuries.

At IGLO, we take inspiration from this natural phenomenon, applying the same principle of preservation to ensure that every product in our care remains safe, fresh, and ready for delivery. Cold, in many ways, is more than a temperature. It is time slowed down, allowing us to hold on to what matters.

Technology That Mirrors Nature

What glaciers do over millennia, IGLO achieves daily through technology and precision. In our cold storage facilities, the environment is carefully engineered to replicate the stability of ice. Temperatures are monitored around the clock with advanced digital systems, humidity is carefully managed, and backup power is always in place. Even the smallest fluctuation can make a difference, which is why our warehouses are designed with multiple layers of protection. From frozen seafood and meat to sensitive pharmaceuticals, we ensure every product is preserved in its original state until the moment it leaves our doors. Clients trust us not only to store goods, but to preserve their quality, safety, and value.

People Behind the Precision

But cold alone is not enough. It is the discipline behind it that makes preservation possible. Explorers in polar regions survive by routine, careful planning, and trust in their systems. We apply that same mindset every day. Every pallet is tracked, every zone is recorded, and every response is immediate if changes occur. Our team works hand in hand with technology, combining real-time data with human vigilance. This teamwork allows us to maintain strict temperature integrity throughout the supply chain. It is a balance of machine precision and human care that makes our cold storage functional and dependable. 

Preservation With Purpose

Preservation at IGLO also means looking ahead. We design our processes not only to protect products today, but to support industries that demand greater standards tomorrow. From export-ready storage for Malaysia’s food producers to medicines for life-saving treatments, our facilities are built to serve the needs of businesses and communities alike. Every shipment stored with us carries meaning beyond the warehouse walls, it represents meals on a table, medicine in a patient’s hands, and promises kept in supply chains. 

Conclusion

Extreme cold teaches us that preservation depends on precision, resilience, and trust. At IGLO, we embody those lessons in every decision and every process. Our warehouses are not just facilities filled with cooling systems, but living environments designed to protect what matters most. 

By combining advanced technology with human expertise, we ensure that our clients’ products remain unchanged, no matter how far the journey or how long the wait and it speaks volumes in the confidence it gives our customers.

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August 26, 2025 By admin

Malaysia as The Gateway for Global Cold Chain Solutions

In global trade, timing and freshness make all the difference. Malaysia’s location at the heart of Southeast Asia makes it a natural hub for goods moving across continents. For the cold chain industry, this position is more than geography, it is an advantage that keeps food, medicine, and essentials moving smoothly.

Located along the Malacca Straits, IGLO takes this advantage further. With cold storage facility within Malaysia’s busiest ports, IGLO bridges sea and land routes, giving businesses confidence that their products stay fresh and secure from dock to destination.

Location, Location, Location

When shipments arrive at our Port Klang hub, our focus shifts to ensuring smooth and efficient handling based on their specific needs. Our strategic location allows us to offer tailored solutions for each type of cargo:

  • Immediate port-side processing
    Advantage of proximity to Malaysia’s busiest docks, reducing transfer times and maintaining product integrity.
  • Optimized staging and storage areas
    Enable quick sorting and dispatch, whether products are heading to local markets or international destinations.
  • Temperature-controlled fleets
    Our air-conditioned fleet safeguards every shipment, maintaining ideal temperatures from the moment it leaves the facility until it reaches its destination, keeping the cold chain fully intact.

Commitment to Compliance and Global Standards

Building trust starts with every product that enters our facilities, handled with care and integrity. Our Halal and HACCP certification ensures that all food products are stored and managed according to strict dietary and ethical requirements, giving businesses and consumers peace of mind.

Additionally, IGLO aligns with GCCA (Global Cold Chain Alliance) best practices, which sets rigorous international guidelines for cold chain management. This ensures that every step, from storage to transport meets global quality and safety standards. 

Conclusion

Malaysia’s strategic location provides the foundation, but IGLO’s expertise, advanced facilities, seamless transport, and recognised certifications make the difference, ensuring the products remain safe, fresh, reliable, and compliant with international standards. In the global supply chain, IGLO is more than a service provider. We are a partner that provides solutions that guarantee trust, quality, and performance every step of the way.

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August 18, 2025 By admin

Beyond the Net: Keeping Seafood Ocean-Fresh

Every seafood lover knows the joy of biting into a piece of fish that tastes as if it was caught just hours ago. But behind that experience is a complex journey, one that begins the moment seafood is pulled from the sea and continues until it reaches your plate.

At IGLO, we ensure that this journey preserves every bit of flavour, texture, and nutrition, ensuring that seafood maintains its quality from the very first catch until the final delivery.

From Ocean to Market

Seafood is highly perishable, and its freshness starts fading within minutes if not handled properly. That’s why the cold chain begins right on the fishing boat, where fishermen use insulated containers with ice or chilled seawater to quickly bring the temperature close to 0°C. 

This early cooling slows bacterial growth and preserves the flavour, colour, and firmness, turning the catch into seafood that tastes like the ocean, not lifeless on the plate.

Precise Temperature Control

Once the seafood arrives at our Port Klang facility, our priority is to keep it at the right temperature for its intended destination and purpose. We use different storage solutions for different needs:

  • Chilled storage at 10°C to 0°C for fresh fish and shellfish meant for short-term distribution.
  • Frozen storage at –18°C to –23°C for longer-term preservation without compromising texture.

Freezing is especially important for high-value seafood. By freezing it quickly, we stop natural degradation and preserve that just-caught taste even for international shipments.

For businesses involved in the storage and transportation of perishable foods, partnering with experienced cold chain logistics providers is essential. At IGLO, we are committed to delivering reliable and efficient cold chain solutions that uphold the highest standards of food safety and quality.

Speed in Delivery

Even with perfect temperatures, time is still the enemy of freshness. From unloading at the port to our cold storage facility, we move quickly. Efficient handling minimizes exposure to fluctuating conditions, ensuring that seafood transitions seamlessly from catch to cold without unnecessary delays. From supermarkets to export docks, every trip is closely monitored to keep seafood at its best.

Conclusion

Our advanced cold storage facilities, reliable transport network, and strict quality controls mean your seafood stays as fresh as the day it was harvested. With us, you’re not just getting storage but you’re getting a complete freshness-preserving solution. Through strict temperature control, expert handling, and end-to-end solutions, we make sure seafood stays as fresh and flavourful as nature intended.

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June 3, 2025 By admin

Ensuring Freshness on the Move: Embracing Cold Chain Transportation Best Practices

In the dynamic world of perishable goods logistics, maintaining product integrity during transit is paramount. The Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA) has developed the “Cold Chain Transportation Best Practices” guide to assist stakeholders in achieving this goal. (Source: gcca.org)

Understanding the Cold Chain

The cold chain refers to the temperature-controlled supply chain essential for preserving the quality and safety of perishable products. This encompasses a series of storage and distribution activities that maintain a given temperature range, ensuring that products like food and pharmaceuticals remain fresh and effective from origin to consumption. (Source: gcca.org)

Key Best Practices

  • Sanitary Transportation: Ensuring vehicles and equipment are clean and suitable for transporting food, preventing contamination.(Source: gcca.org)
  • Temperature Monitoring: Implementing real-time tracking systems to monitor and record temperatures throughout the journey.
  • Training and Education: Providing comprehensive training for all personnel involved in the cold chain to understand the importance of temperature control and hygiene.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Regular inspection and maintenance of refrigeration units and vehicles to ensure optimal performance. (Source: gcca.org)
  • Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintaining detailed records of temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and maintenance activities to ensure compliance and traceability.

The Role of Certification

The GCCA also offers the Certified Cold Carrier program, which recognizes carriers that adhere to these best practices, providing assurance to clients about the quality and safety of their services. (Source: gcca.org)

Conclusion

Adhering to these best practices is not just about compliance; it’s about commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. By embracing these guidelines, companies can ensure that their perishable goods arrive in optimal condition, maintaining trust and reliability in the supply chain.

This article references the “Cold Chain – Transportation Best Practices” guide by the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA). For more detailed information, please visit their official website at gcca.org.

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June 2, 2025 By admin

Mastering Cold Chain Warehousing: Best Practices for Optimal Temperature-Controlled Storage

Discover cold chain warehousing best practices in Malaysia based on GCCA standards. Ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance in temperature-controlled logistics.

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June 1, 2025 By admin

Ensuring Food Safety Through Cold Chain Logistics: Why It Matters More Than Ever

With the cargo business blasting, financier firms are bouncing from organization to organization quickly, prompting high paces of turnover. Regularly, agents are beginning the work with the guarantee…

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