CJ Logistics expands US cold chain network with new Kansas hub

SEOUL, September 28 (AJP) - South Korea's CJ Logistics said Sunday it has opened a new cold chain logistics center in New Century, Kansas.

The facility is specifically designed to manage the storage and transport of refrigerated and frozen goods, utilizing specialized temperature control systems to maintain product freshness and quality. The new center's proximity to major highways allows for fast, same-day transport to key Midwestern cities, the company said.

The facility boasts a direct connection to the BNSF railway, which links the western and central United States. Furthermore, the nearby CPKC railway provides access for continental transport across North America, connecting Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. This multimodal capability allows the center to reach an estimated 85 percent of the U.S. within two days.

The Kansas center opening follows the launch of a 24,904-square-meter cold chain center in Gainesville, Georgia, a key frozen poultry production area, which opened last year.

Kevin Coleman, CEO of CJ Logistics America, emphasized the importance of the expansion.

"High-value cold chain logistics require stringent temperature control and quality maintenance, demanding expertise and trust," he stated. "We aim to strengthen our North American cold chain supply network with advanced technology."

CJ Logistics America currently operates over 70 logistics centers across 17 states, including Illinois, California, and Georgia, offering comprehensive logistics services such as warehouse management, transport management, and consulting.

* This article, published by Aju Business Daily, was translated by AI and edited by AJP.