From Potato to Plate - Crisp, Safe and On Time

🍟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.  

Want to know how Americold can support your QSR, Retail or convenience business?

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