🍟From Potato to Plate!
Who doesn't love the crunch of yummy chips? From a favourite snack to a regular dinner side-dish, fries continue to be a key grocery staple for most families today! It is thus, a key product that you'd find in Americold's temperature-controlled warehouses being part of large Quick Service restaurant (QSR) and retail offerings.
Crisp, Safe, and On Time: Americold’s Cold Chain Solutions for Fries & Chips Businesses
In the world of frozen fries and chips, product quality hinges on precision—from the moment potatoes are processed to the time they’re served. Whether you're a global manufacturer, a QSR supplier, or a retail distributor, Americold’s cold chain infrastructure is engineered to preserve freshness, ensure safety, and streamline delivery.
🧊 Temperature-Controlled Infrastructure
Americold operates a vast network of multi-temperature warehouses across Australia, New Zealand, and globally, supporting frozen, chilled, and ambient environments. This is critical for fries and chips, which require consistent freezing to maintain texture and taste.
🚚 Integrated Transport & Distribution
Americold’s last mile delivery model and multi-vendor consolidation capabilities allow fries and chips producers to reach QSRs, retailers, and export markets with speed and reliability.
- Cold-Ready Equipment: A new fleet of state-of-the-art material handling equipment (MHE) is being rolled out across 12 sites in Australia to boost productivity and scalability.
- Strategic Locations: Facilities near ports, airports, and distribution hubs reduce lead times and improve responsiveness.
🛠 Value-Added Services for Fries & Chips
Americold offers a suite of operational enhancements tailored to the frozen snack sector:
- SKU Mixing & Co-Packing: Ideal for combo packs or promotional bundles.
- Date Stamping & Manifesting: Ensures traceability and compliance.
- Export Support & Customs Services: Facilitates global distribution.
🌏 Regional Strength & Global Reach
Americold services hundreds of QSR and retail outlets weekly across APAC, with a growing footprint in New Zealand and Australia. The company’s Christchurch, New Zealand expansion that opens in early 2026 adds a capacity of 16,000+ pallets to support FMCG and QSR growth.
The Prospect facility expansion in Sydney, Australia is a key hub for cold chain operations, supporting local and national distribution to QSR and Retail businesses.
💡 Innovation & Sustainability
Americold’s infrastructure is backed by:
- i3PL Inventory Management System: Offers real-time visibility across the supply chain.
- Energy-Efficient Designs: Recognized by the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA) for leadership in sustainability.
- Automation & Compliance Support: Ensures regulatory alignment and operational excellence.
🤝 Trusted by Leading Food Brands
Americold is a trusted partner for frozen food producers, including bakery and ready-meal manufacturers. Their tailored solutions have helped brands scale efficiently while maintaining product integrity.
📞 Ready to Serve Your Fries & Chips Business?
Whether you're launching a new frozen snack line or expanding your QSR footprint, Americold’s cold chain specialists are ready to help. Visit americold.com.au or reach out to the APAC team to explore a partnership that delivers crispness, consistency, and growth.
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