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As temperatures rise during the warmer months, maintaining chilled conditions for perishable goods becomes a major challenge in logistics. Whether transporting fresh produce, dairy, meat, or cut flowers, ensuring consistent temperature control is critical to preserving quality, extending shelf life, and reducing waste.

At HANNON Transport, we specialise in temperature-controlled logistics, providing state-of-the-art refrigeration solutions to keep goods at optimal temperatures even in extreme summer conditions. Our fleet, technology, and expertise allow us to deliver fresh, high-quality products across Ireland, the UK, and mainland Europe, no matter the weather.

Why Temperature Control Is Critical in Hot Weather

Rising temperatures present a serious challenge for temperature-sensitive goods, increasing the risk of spoilage and quality deterioration. The key issues include:

Heat Exposure During Transit

• During the summer, trailers, warehouses, and loading areas are exposed to high external temperatures, which can impact the internal climate of chilled shipments.
• Without precise refrigeration, products can deteriorate quickly, leading to financial losses and food waste.

Fluctuating Temperatures During Loading & Unloading

• Every time a trailer is opened, there is a risk of warm air entering, causing temperature fluctuations that can impact product quality.
• This is particularly concerning for dairy, meat, and fresh produce, which require constant chilling to prevent spoilage.

Increased Consumer Demand for Fresh & Chilled Goods

• Warmer weather means a higher demand for chilled foods, such as fresh fruit, dairy products, meats, and ready-to-eat meals.
• Retailers and food service providers need reliable logistics partners to ensure shelves remain stocked with fresh, high-quality goods.

Ensuring effective refrigeration and efficient transport is essential to overcoming these challenges and delivering chilled products in perfect condition.

How HANNON Maintains Chilled Temperatures in Warm Weather

At HANNON Transport, we have developed a comprehensive approach to ensuring that temperature-sensitive products remain at optimal conditions throughout the supply chain.

Advanced Temperature-Controlled Vehicles

• Our state-of-the-art refrigerated trailers maintain precise temperatures, keeping goods chilled from collection to delivery.
• Dual-temperature trailers allow us to transport a mix of chilled and frozen goods in a single load, ensuring efficiency and flexibility.
• Real-time temperature monitoring ensures that shipments remain within strict temperature guidelines, with alerts in place for any fluctuations.

Efficient Loading & Unloading Procedures

• We use high-speed loading techniques to minimise the amount of time trailers are open, reducing the risk of warm air entering.
• Our dedicated chilled warehouses keep goods at a stable temperature before being loaded onto vehicles.
• Our drivers and logistics teams are trained in best practices for handling chilled and frozen goods, ensuring minimal exposure to heat.

Route Optimisation & Express Deliveries

• We plan efficient transport routes to ensure that goods reach their destination as quickly as possible, minimising time spent in transit.
• Our just-in-time delivery model ensures that perishable goods arrive fresh, reducing waste and maximising shelf life.

Cross-Border Expertise for European Deliveries

• Transporting chilled goods across borders requires expertise in customs clearance and regulatory compliance.
• Our in-house customs team ensures smooth clearance between the EU, UK, and Ireland, avoiding unnecessary delays that could impact temperature-sensitive shipments.

With our specialist fleet, expert handling, and real-time monitoring, HANNON Transport ensures that chilled goods remain at the correct temperature, regardless of external weather conditions.

Keeping Goods Fresh, No Matter the Heat

As temperatures rise, ensuring that chilled goods reach their destination in peak condition requires specialist logistics solutions. At HANNON Transport, we provide:

✔ Advanced temperature-controlled transport solutions
✔ Real-time monitoring to prevent temperature fluctuations
✔ Efficient loading and unloading to maintain cold chain integrity
✔ Express delivery and optimised transport routes
✔ Cross-border expertise for seamless EU-UK-Ireland trade

Whether you need to transport fresh produce, dairy, meat, or any other perishable goods, we ensure that your products stay cool, fresh, and ready for sale, even in the summer heat.

Keeping Summer’s Favourite Produce Moving

Berries and soft fruits are a seasonal favourite, but delivering them in peak condition requires specialist logistics expertise. At HANNON Transport, we provide:

✔ Temperature-controlled transport tailored for soft fruit
✔ Fast and efficient deliveries from key growing regions
✔ Expert handling to minimise waste and damage
✔ Reliable cross-border logistics from Europe to Ireland and the UK

Whether you are a grower, distributor, retailer, or food service provider, we ensure that your berries arrive fresh and ready for consumers to enjoy.