Cold Chain Federation provides a unique, non-competitive space where temperature-controlled storage and distribution businesses (and those that supply, advise or regulate them) can come together to meet online or in person, learn, problem-solve and be inspired together.
We have an exciting series of online and in-person events with lots of opportunities for members to get involved with, showcase products and learn about the topics that matter to the cold chain. DOWNLOAD YOUR COPY OF THE 2025 BROCHURE HERE
There are opportunities for all members to get involved in all of our events, so please get in touch with Rachel Nunn to find out how.
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IN PERSON EVENTS
Our 2025 events calendar is now available and more details will be added over the next few weeks. If you would like to become a partner, sponsor or exhibitor at any of the events below, please do get in touch with Rachel Nunn to find out more.
Email rachel@coldchainfed.org.uk or call her on 07717 250501.
Cold Chain Climate Summit and Sustainability Awards
20th March 2025
The Slate, University of Warwick
The Cold Chain Climate Summit at the University of Warwick returns for 2025 and it’s bigger and better than ever. Now in its third year, our speakers and panellists will focus on three main themes of emissions reduction, climate resilience and climate leadership. The Cold Chain Sustainability Awards are also back with new categories and a streamlined application process. Over the next 3 months we’ll be revealing our speakers, partners and exhibitors so keep your eyes open for updates.
Parliamentary Reception
Date TBC
House of Commons, Westminster, London
We return to the heart of Westminster again in 2025 to celebrate the people and businesses in the cold chain and to remind Parliamentarians of the vital role our members play in keeping food and medicines safe and available to the UK population. Following the General Election, this is our opportunity to engage with representatives of the new Labour government, many for the first time.
More details to follow.
Cold Chain Summer Party
17th July 2025
Celtic Manor Resort, Monmouthshire
This year we return to the fabulous Celtic Manor Resort in South Wales. Famous for hosting the 2010 Ryder Cup, the resort has a number of excellent golf courses and a host of activities for our non-golfing members. Join us for a fun-filled day where you can kick back and relax with friends old and new.
Full details to follow shortly.
Cold Chain Live!
15th & 16th October 2025
The International Centre, Telford
Our annual conference, now in its 4th year attracts an audience of over 400, drawn from senior executives and business owners within the cold chain together with representatives from the companies that supply goods and services to them, it has been growing in stature since its inception.
Now host to a growing exhibition, showcasing the latest in cold chain technologies for storage and transportation and with a fabulous Gala Dinner, Cold Chain Live! is the must-attend event for anyone working in, or keen to learn more about, the cold chain.
Full details to follow, but if you would like to be a partner, sponsor or exhibitor at Cold chain Live! please do get in touch with Rachel Nunn.
Email rachel@coldchainfed.org.uk or call her on 07717 250501.
VIRTUAL EVENTS
Exploring the benefits of using AI in fleet management
15th October @12:30
AI is becoming increasingly useful in many operational areas. Today we take a look at how it can be used in fleet management software to help derisk the introduction of electric vehicles. Michael Ayres, Managing Director of Flexible Power Systems explains how modelling software can help understand and minimise the risks of fleet electrification and how AI can optimise planning and simplify the integration of electric vehicles into your fleet, saving operational costs, providing efficiencies and business resilience.
Fire Risks and Other Barriers to Installing Rooftop Solar
5th November @12:30
Are you considering solar energy but unsure about the risks and challenges? Join our webinar from Olympus Power to learn about the true barriers preventing businesses from benefiting from low-cost, low-carbon solar power. We’ll discuss fire safety measures, planning considerations, ownership options, and insurance solutions. Discover how to overcome grid constraints and explore the benefits of battery storage.
Energy efficiency is at the heart of all cold chain operations and our Energy Week webinars take a look at the importance of data, the energy market and the CCF benchmarking project.
- 19th November: Data Management and Energy Monitoring with Star Refrigeration
- 20th November: Energy Market Insights: Post-Budget Analysis with Ameresco
- 21st November: Energy Benchmark Update with Jacobs
