PartnershipMay 14, 2026, 07:01 AM
Americold Expands Partnership with PLUS for Frozen Logistics
AI Summary
Americold Realty Trust announced an expanded partnership with PLUS, a Netherlands-based supermarket cooperative with approximately 440 stores. Americold will manage the storage, handling, and distribution of PLUS's frozen product assortment through its Barneveld distribution center, establishing a single, integrated cold chain solution with nationwide coverage. This agreement supports PLUS's strategy to consolidate its frozen operations to improve efficiency and enhance service levels across its national network.
Key Highlights
- Americold will manage storage, handling, and distribution of PLUS's frozen product assortment.
- PLUS is a Netherlands-based supermarket cooperative with approximately 440 stores.
- The agreement establishes a single, integrated cold chain solution with nationwide coverage.
- Americold will utilize its strategically located Barneveld distribution center.
- PLUS aims to improve efficiency, enhance service levels, and support its national supermarket network.
- Americold will deploy a specially developed operational platform and proven disciplines.
- The transition to the consolidated frozen logistics operations will be phased.