How can one guarantee that the fresh fish arrives at its destination without losing quality, flavor or food safety?
This is one of the biggest challenges in the temperature-controlled logistics sector and is exactly where Emergent Cold LatAm stands out. We know that every detail in the transport of fresh fish makes the difference, from the control of the temperature through to the choice of packaging and compliance with the health regulations.
Here we will explore how the transport of fresh fish is done and how the innovative solutions of Emergent Cold LatAm guarantee a safe and efficient supply chain.
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How is the transport of fresh fish done?
The transport of fresh fish requires a specialized logistics systems to guarantee that the product is kept in the ideal conditions throughout the whole journey. It is worth highlighting that fishes are sensitive to variations in temperature, and that any deviation may compromise their freshness, making them unsuitable for consumption.
Refrigerated or frozen vehicles are essential in this process, allowing the fish to be transported safely, with the temperature constantly controlled.
These vehicles must be validated periodically to guarantee they meet the requirements necessary to preserve the quality of the products.
Besides this, suitable thermal packaging plays an important role, as it protects the fish from physical damage and helps maintain the temperature during transport, minimizing the risk of contamination and deterioration.
Importance of safe transport of fresh fish in the supply chain
The safe transport of fresh fish is not just a question of operational efficiency, but also of responsibility with food safety.
Products whose packaging is not properly preserved during the transport may become contaminated by bacteria, deterioration due to incorrect temperature or even loss of sensorial quality, such as flavor and texture.
Guaranteeing that the fish arrive at their destination with the ideal characteristics is fundamental to maintaining the trust of consumers and to the sustainability of the business.
Furthermore, safe transport is an essential part of compliance with the health norms that regulate the food industry at a global level, especially when the transport involves international goods.
Regulations for the transport of fresh fish
Although the regulations vary from country to country, there are global guidelines establishing the necessary parameters to guarantee food safety in the transport of perishable products, including fish.
These regulations deal with the hygiene conditions of vehicles and warehouses through the standards of temperature and humidity required to guarantee that the product does not lose its freshness.
By opting for Emergent Cold LatAm, clients can be sure that their operations are compliant with the best practices of the industry, with technical rigor, health compliance and control of temperature. This means fewer losses, more efficiency and greater predictability — decisive factors in protecting the profitability of the business.
Our processes are compliant with the most demanding international standards, guaranteeing not only food safety, but also the integrity of the product throughout the whole logistics process.
Summary of the principal care in transporting fresh fish
Below is a checklist for the proper transport of fresh fish:
- Proper storage —fishes must be kept in cold or chilled rooms until they are transported. These rooms must operate at between 0°C and 5°C for fresh fish and below -18°C for frozen fish;
- Control of temperature — during the transport, the temperature must be monitored constantly, using tracking technologies in real time. This guarantees that any variation is identified immediately, enabling fast corrective action;
- Rigorous hygiene — to avoid contamination of the fish, all the logistics processes must observe rules of cleanliness and rigorous sanitization. The maintenance of clean environments and vehicles is fundamental to guaranteeing the safety of the product;
- Specialized packaging — the use of high-quality isothermal packaging and thermal boxes helps maintain the fish protected during the transport, minimizing risk of contamination and loss of temperature.
Challenges in transporting fish
The transport of fresh fish involves natural challenges, from thermal oscillations to unexpected delays during the journey. It is worth remembering that problems with these may compromise the quality of the product, the safety of consumers and may even result in losses for the business.
Besides this, in regions such as Latin America, where the logistics infrastructure can be more challenging, it is fundamental to be able to count on solutions that guarantee the stability and safety of the products, such as smart routing and multimodal transport solutions that optimize the transit time.
This being the case, the contracting of outsourced logistics can be a key to the success of the operations.
Find out about our controlled-temperature transport solutions
At Emergent Cold LatAm, we offer complete solutions for the transport of fresh fish, with leading edge infrastructure and advanced technology.
Our commitment to quality and food safety is reflected in our specialized transport network covering 11 countries in Latin America.
With a modern, highly equipped fleet, we guarantee the integrity of the fresh fish from the origin through to the destination. We use advanced monitoring technologies, enabling constant adjustments to the conditions of transport in accordance with the specific needs of each client.
Besides the transport, we also offer added value services, such as container yards with ample storage capacity, assistance with documentation and customs procedures, and tailor-made logistics solutions to guarantee that all the needs of your business are attended to.
With our experience and presence in the principal logistics hubs of the region, Emergent Cold LatAm is the ideal partner for companies seeking efficiency and safety in the transport of fresh fish.
