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As the warmer months approach, demand for high-quality meat products surges across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. Whether it’s steaks, burgers, sausages, or marinated cuts, supermarkets, butchers, and restaurants must ensure a steady supply of fresh meat to meet consumer demand during BBQ season.

However, transporting meat in warmer temperatures presents significant logistical challenges. Strict temperature control, efficient supply chains, and fast deliveries are essential to preserve freshness, maintain food safety, and prevent waste.

At HANNON Transport, we specialise in temperature-controlled logistics, ensuring that Irish and European meat products reach retailers, food service providers, and distributors in peak condition, ready for the grill.

The Importance of Temperature Control in Meat Transport

Meat is a highly perishable product that requires strict temperature control throughout its journey from processing plants to retailers and restaurants. Key challenges in meat transport include:

Maintaining the Cold Chain

• Meat must be kept at strictly controlled temperatures to prevent bacterial growth and spoilage.
• Fresh meat is typically transported at between 0°C and 4°C, while frozen meat must be kept at -18°C or lower.
• Even minor temperature fluctuations can affect product quality, taste, and shelf life.

Rising Temperatures & Increased Demand in Summer

• Warmer weather increases the risk of spoilage, making reliable refrigeration essential.
• Consumer demand for BBQ meats rises significantly in summer, requiring efficient logistics to keep shelves stocked.

Hygiene & Food Safety Regulations

• Meat transportation is subject to strict EU and UK food safety regulations to ensure quality and prevent contamination.
• Specialist handling procedures, such as hygienic loading and unloading, are necessary to maintain food safety standards.

Efficient Supply Chains to Prevent Waste

• Meat products have a limited shelf life, meaning that delays or inefficient transport can lead to product waste.
• Retailers and suppliers rely on just-in-time deliveries to meet demand while minimising stock losses.

At HANNON Transport, we have the specialist expertise, equipment, and network to handle these challenges and ensure seamless meat transport, even during peak BBQ season.

How HANNON Ensures Quality in Meat Transport

At HANNON Transport, we provide a comprehensive temperature-controlled logistics service tailored to the meat industry. Our approach ensures freshness, safety, and efficiency across every stage of the supply chain.

State-of-the-Art Refrigerated Transport

• Our modern fleet of refrigerated trailers maintains precise temperature control from collection to delivery.
• Multi-temperature trailers allow us to transport both fresh and frozen meat products in a single load, increasing efficiency.
• Real-time temperature monitoring ensures products remain within the correct range throughout the journey.

Express & Just-in-Time Deliveries

• We provide fast, reliable transport services to ensure meat products reach their destination as fresh as possible.
• Our just-in-time delivery model allows retailers and food service providers to manage stock efficiently, reducing waste.
• With regular routes across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, we ensure seamless cross-border meat transport.

Compliance with Food Safety Standards

• We adhere to strict food safety and hygiene regulations, ensuring that meat products are transported under optimal conditions.
• Our drivers and logistics teams are trained in best practices for handling, loading, and transporting meat safely.

Sustainable & Efficient Transport Solutions

• We optimise our transport routes to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions, making our services more sustainable.
• Our commitment to efficient logistics helps reduce food waste, ensuring that meat products arrive fresh and ready for sale.

With our expertise in meat logistics, HANNON Transport is a trusted partner for meat processors, distributors, and retailers across Ireland, the UK, and Europe.

Meeting BBQ Season Demand with Reliable Logistics

As BBQ season gets underway, ensuring a steady, high-quality supply of fresh meat is essential for retailers, butchers, and food service providers. At HANNON Transport, we guarantee:

✔ Temperature-controlled transport for fresh and frozen meat
✔ Real-time temperature monitoring to maintain product integrity
✔ Fast and efficient deliveries to prevent delays and waste
✔ Compliance with strict food safety and hygiene standards
✔ Seamless cross-border logistics between Ireland, the UK, and Europe

With our specialist fleet, expert handling, and commitment to quality, we ensure that your BBQ meats arrive in peak condition, ready for the grill.