French shipping line CMA CGM plans to construct a new multi-temperature logistics facility at the DP World London Gateway Port later this year.
“In the last two months CMA CGM has consolidated much of its UK-bound temperature-controlled cargo originating in the southern hemisphere to come through DP World London Gateway Port,” said group senior vice president for inland activities, Alexis Michel.
“This development and growth of CMA CGM’s reefer volumes ties in with DP World London Gateway’s ability to deliver time and cost savings, as well as reduce waste and carbon use through a one-stop-shop logistics solution that will increase product speed-to-market and reduce haulier mileage.”
According to a statement, construction of the new facility also forms part of the group’s strategy to develop a global range of products in maritime transportation, inland solutions and logistics.
The cold store facility will feature frozen and chilled chambers to handle a large variety of temperature-controlled products and will be fitted with IT traceability and management systems.
Additionally, it will offer a range of value-added services such as quality controls, palletisation, customs clearance and last-mile delivery.
