An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Cold Chain & Perishable Goods Logistics
Ensuring Quality, Safety, and Compliance Across Temperature-Sensitive Supply Chains
UPCOMING SESSIONS
Date | Venue | Fee | |
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26-30 Jan 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
11-15 May 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
07-11 Sep 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
07-11 Dec 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Training Course Overview
The Cold Chain & Perishable Goods Logistics Course addresses one of the most vital components in modern supply chain management—the safe, compliant, and efficient handling of temperature-sensitive goods. In an era defined by global trade, evolving consumer demands, and critical healthcare distribution, the cold chain has become more than a logistical function—it is a strategic imperative. From perishable food items to pharmaceuticals, ensuring product integrity requires more than refrigeration; it demands a highly coordinated system.
This Cold Chain Logistics Training explores every element of the cold chain ecosystem, from advanced packaging and controlled transportation to digital monitoring and regulatory compliance. Participants will understand how cold chain operations must maintain precise environmental conditions throughout the product lifecycle, where even a minor deviation can lead to compromised quality, health risks, or financial loss. The course also highlights how to navigate increasing regulatory expectations and rising demand for sustainability and transparency.
Through practical examples, expert-led sessions, and interactive discussions, this Perishable Goods Logistics Training Course equips professionals with the skills to design, manage, and improve cold chain systems that ensure quality, minimize waste, and strengthen customer trust.
Training Course Objectives
By the end of this Perishable Goods Logistics training course, participants will be able to:
- Describe the key principles and importance of cold chain logistics in various industries
- Identify risks and apply controls to maintain temperature-sensitive product integrity
- Implement best practices for storage, packaging, and transportation of perishables
- Audit and document cold chain performance to meet quality and regulatory demands
- Integrate technologies such as IoT, data loggers, and blockchain for real-time monitoring
- Develop business continuity plans to manage disruptions effectively
- Align cold chain practices with environmental and sustainability objectives
Designed for
This Cold Chain & Perishable Goods Logistics Course is designed for professionals responsible for the secure handling and distribution of temperature-sensitive products. It is especially beneficial for:
- Supply Chain and Logistics Managers
- Warehouse and Distribution Supervisors
- Quality Assurance and Compliance Officers
- Procurement and Sourcing Specialists
- Freight Forwarders and 3PL Coordinators
- Food Safety and Retail Logistics Managers
- Pharmaceutical and Biotech Distribution Teams
- Regulatory Affairs and Cold Chain Auditors
- Professionals managing perishable goods in transit
Learning Methods
This Cold Chain Logistics Training adopts a practical and highly interactive learning approach to ensure skill development and concept retention. Participants will engage in instructor-led sessions, case studies, and collaborative group discussions, all designed to reflect real-world scenarios. Emphasis will be placed on applying learned techniques to current industry challenges in cold chain and perishable goods logistics.
The Course Outline
- The global importance of cold chain logistics
- Key sectors: food, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and more
- Types of perishable and temperature-sensitive products
- Understanding temperature zones (chilled, frozen, ultra-low, controlled ambient)
- Mapping the cold chain: from production to final delivery
- Stakeholders and their roles (manufacturers, logistics providers, regulators, retailers)
- Overview of major international regulations (EU GDP, FDA CFR 21, WHO guidelines, HACCP)
- Principles of cold storage: warehouse design, racking systems, airflow, humidity control
- Types of refrigeration systems and their operational challenges
- Transport solutions: reefer trucks, containers, air cargo coolers, last-mile delivery considerations
- Multi-modal transport planning for perishables
- Cross-docking and minimizing dwell times
- Packaging solutions: insulated boxes, gel packs, dry ice, phase change materials
- Case examples of effective cold chain operations in different industries
- Identifying critical control points (CCPs) along the cold chain
- Using temperature and humidity data loggers, RFID, and IoT sensors
- Calibration, validation, and qualification of cold chain equipment
- Managing deviations and excursions (investigation and corrective actions)
- Traceability and chain-of-custody requirements
- Supplier and carrier qualification programs
- Interactive group exercise: analyzing a cold chain failure incident and developing mitigation steps
- Global standards and documentation requirements
- Good Distribution Practices (GDP)
- Good Storage Practices (GSP)
- Industry-specific certifications (SQF, BRCGS)
- Preparing for audits and inspections
- Building and maintaining robust SOPs for cold chain handling
- Managing import/export compliance for perishables (customs, sanitary/phytosanitary regulations)
- Contracting with 3PLs and cold chain service providers: SLAs, liability, insurance considerations
- Leveraging real-time visibility platforms and predictive analytics
- Introduction to blockchain applications for cold chain traceability
- Reducing energy use and carbon footprint in cold chain operations
- Waste minimization strategies (food loss, pharmaceutical returns)
- Establishing cold chain KPIs and continuous improvement metrics
- Developing contingency & emergency response plans for cold chain disruptions
- Workshop: drafting a cold chain optimization or sustainability action plan for participants’ organizations
The Certificate
- Anderson Certificate of Completion will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
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