Reliable fleet management for refrigerated transport

Deliver temperature-sensitive goods on time while meeting quality, compliance and customer requirements.

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When dealing with chilled or frozen goods, refrigerated transport is crucial for maintaining cargo integrity and complying with cold chain regulations. Failure to meet legal and end customer requirements can mean rejected loads and costly disruptions for your fleet. Webfleet Cold Chain helps you monitor, protect and optimise your refrigerated fleet operations.

Webfleet Cold Chain helps refrigerated fleets

Ensure real-time temperature visibility

Prevent spoilage with live temperature monitoring and alerts.

Prove compliance

Comply with regulations and product standards to avoid rejected loads.

Minimise door opening events

Monitor door status to avoid cargo damage from temperature change.

Empower driver response

Facilitate faster reactions to issues by giving drivers access to temperature data.

Gain visibility over your entire fleet

Monitor your trailers, trucks and vans from a single centralised platform.

What can Webfleet do for your refrigerated transport fleet?

Live refrigerated view

Access a dynamic data view of your refrigerated vehicles and trailers. Check door status and get exact temperature readings from fine-tuned sensors. This live feed gives you valuable insights for ensuring your cargo remains protected.

Real-time temperature monitoring and alerts

Continuously track temperature conditions and receive near-instant alerts if cargo temperatures stray from safe ranges. Knowing this, you can take action before issues escalate. Drivers can monitor temperature too, via the Work App.

Historical temperature reporting

Generate customised reports to analyse historical temperature data and spot violations. These tailored insights equip fleet managers with the precise information needed for audits and end-customer compliance requirements.

Adaptable, integrated solutions

Easily connect multiple temperature sensors per vehicle using the LINK 740 or LINK 340 systems — compatible with 1-wire sensors, wireless sensors and thermographs.¹ Integration with OEM APIs allows for seamless extraction of cold chain data from your trailers. No hardware needed.

Location-based data insights

Combine temperature data with detailed map views to pinpoint exactly where temperature events occur. Correlating temperature changes with vehicle routes helps fleet managers better understand the causes of issues and optimise future routes to avoid them.

Dynamic supply chain planning

Efficient route planning ensures timely delivery of perishable goods while minimising delays. Accurate ETAs keep customers informed, enhancing overall satisfaction and trust.

Advanced truck navigation

Truck-specific navigation guides drivers along routes optimised for heavy- weight vehicles, prioritising efficiency and safety. Integrated tools support eco-friendly driving practices while also enhancing overall fuel efficiency.

All you need to know about refrigerated transport

What is refrigerated transport and how does it work?

Refrigerated transport involves moving perishable goods from one place to another in temperature-controlled vehicles. Keeping products — whether chilled or frozen — within precise temperature ranges prevents spoilage, ensures regulatory compliance and meets end customer requirements. Advanced fleet management monitoring tools are crucial for keeping refrigerated cargo safe during transit.

What are the regulations/industry standards for refrigerated transport compliance?

Refrigerated transportation must comply with rigorous industry standards and regulations such as HACCP, GDP and region-specific mandates like FSMA or EU regulations. These standards demand detailed temperature records and thorough monitoring protocols to protect the integrity of goods and ensure safe delivery. Read more about regulatory compliance challenges for fleets.

What kinds of goods require refrigerated transport?

Many consumable goods call for refrigerated transport, including fresh produce, dairy, meats and pharmaceuticals. Trailers often need to be pre-cooled — especially in the case of pharmaceutical cargo where even slight temperature deviations can compromise product safety. Strict temperature control helps preserve quality during freight operations, ensuring that every shipment reaches its destination in optimum condition.

At what temperature should refrigerated transport be kept?

Temperature requirements vary by cargo type. Whilst there are specific regulatory requirements, the general temperature ranges below are a rough guide for the following categories.

Fresh food: 0°C-4°C to maintain freshness and taste.
Frozen food: below -18°C to ensure quality and safety.
Pharmaceuticals: typically between 2°C and 8°C.
Cosmetics: between 2°C and 25°C, depending on the product type.

How to choose a software solution for a refrigerated transport fleet?

Transporting perishable goods calls for a fleet management solution that offers continuous temperature monitoring, real-time alerts and detailed reporting. A robust solution like Webfleet Cold Chain provides actionable insights into cargo conditions for easy and efficient management of refrigerated fleet operations.