Understand how international logistics works, its main challenges, regulatory requirements, and cold chain considerations in Latin America.

Understand how frozen food storage works, including temperature control and traceability, and how to choose a cold storage facility.

Understand the role of Chile and Colombia in rainbow trout production and the challenges of refrigerated logistics for export.

Refrigerated cargo: understand the concept, applications, differences between refrigerated, frozen, and temperature-controlled cargo, and best practices for transportation.

Customs Clearance: Understand how it works, what documents are required, the main rules in Latin America, and precautions for the international transport of food.

Learn why Ecuador stands out in the production and export of Vannamei shrimp and discover the role of the cold chain in this global market.

Learn what backhaul is, its benefits, and how to reduce empty runs through planning, technology, and efficiency in refrigerated transport.

In this article, Neal Rider, founder and CEO, and David Palfenier, co-founder and president of Emergent Cold LatAm, share the key lessons from the company’s first five years in Latin America and reflect on the opportunities that will continue to drive the company’s growth in the coming years.

Learn about Emergent Cold LatAm, the leader in temperature-controlled food storage in Latin America, according to the GCCA’s 2026 ranking.

Find out which companies have the infrastructure for large-scale perishable food operations and learn how to evaluate a refrigerated logistics partner.