Temperature-Controlled Freight

Q: What does cold chain logistics mean, exactly?

Cold chain logistics refers to the transportation of temperature-sensitive products — like food, pharmaceuticals and medical supplies — that must stay within a specific temperature range. It includes every stage from packaging to storage to delivery, ensuring product quality and compliance throughout the journey.

Q: How is temperature-controlled freight monitored in transit, and what happens if the temperature deviates?

Shipments are tracked using real-time monitoring tools like GPS and temperature sensors. If the freight goes outside the approved temperature range, automated alerts are triggered so corrective action can be taken immediately to protect the cargo and minimize loss.

Q: Can temperature-controlled freight be shipped through multimodal transport?

Yes! Temperature-sensitive freight can move across multiple modes — including truckload, LTL, air and ocean — without compromising quality. Worldwide Express helps coordinate cold chain shipments from end to end, ensuring your products stay protected through every handoff.

Q: What packaging or insulated containers should I use to help protect my perishable freight?

It depends on your product and required temperature range. Common solutions include insulated boxes, gel packs and dry ice. Worldwide Express can help you choose the right packaging to meet your cold chain requirements.

Q: Why should I work with Worldwide Express for temperature-controlled and cold chain shipping instead of going directly to carriers?

Worldwide Express offers more than access to trucks — we offer strategy, service and support. With our network of vetted cold chain carriers, advanced tracking tools, expert guidance and discounted rates, you’ll get a smarter, more secure way to ship perishable freight.

Solutions for your Temperature Sensitive Shipments

For your perishable or fragile shipments, nobody does temperature-controlled freight like Worldwide Express!

Your Cold Chain 3PL Partner

We know how crucial it is to get temperature-sensitive shipments right. As your trusted third-party logistics (3PL) partner, we offer personalized solutions for high-value, perishable freight, with a dedicated account team that ensures your shipments are handled with care. Here’s what you can expect:

End-to-end Cold Chain Solutions

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We’re with you all along the way, from planning and scheduling, procuring the right temperature-control freight options, and all the way through tracking and delivery.

24/7 Support

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A dedicated account team that knows your business and your products offers tailored, around the clock service with customized cold chain logistics solutions for your unique challenges and fragile shipments.

Temperature-controlled Freight Carriers

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Get access to our competitive pricing and network of carefully vetted national, regional and local carriers, many of which specialize in cold chain shipping.

Extensive Experience

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We bring to the table 30+ years of experience helping businesses of all sizes refine and perfect their freight operations, including their specialized, temperature-controlled freight shipping needs.

Temperature-Controlled Solutions

Expertise in Action: How We Do Cold Chain Shipping

Worldwide Express, alongside our carrier network, has the expertise in shipping reefer freight such as perishable foods, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and produce. So how do we make sure your valuable cargo stays protected and in its “Goldilocks” temperature zone during its entire journey?

Constant Temperature Monitoring

It’s not just about keeping an eye on your sensitive items’ temperature all along the way—our carrier partners also constantly monitor the outside temperature and then adjust your cargo’s protection accordingly.

Speedy Transit Times

Less time in transit translates into less time for freezing or spoilage. Our carriers’ temperature-controlled services, such as Protect from Freeze, usually leverage expedited and/or multi-driver transit to keep travel time to a minimum.

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Sophisticated Route Planning

Our team will carefully assess your reefer freight’s temperature requirements against weather forecasts along all potential routes, selecting the option that minimizes risk to your precious cargo.

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Keeping it Fresh:
Answers to Your Cold Chain Shipping FAQs

What does cold chain logistics mean, exactly?

How is temperature-controlled freight monitored in transit, and what happens if the temperature deviates?

Can temperature-controlled freight be shipped through multimodal transport?

What packaging or insulated containers should I use to help protect my perishable freight?

Why should I work with Worldwide Express for temperature-controlled and cold chain shipping instead of going directly to carriers?

A High Degree of Excellence for Cold Chain Solutions

While we can’t predict the weather, here’s a forecast that’s always 100% accurate: Worldwide Express and its perfect mix of expertise, experienced carrier partners, sophisticated solutions and customized support will help you and your temperature-controlled shipping keep your cool!

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Temperature-Controlled Freight

Solutions for your Temperature Sensitive Shipments