India, July 1 -- Ashish Gupta, Convenor, Refcold 2024 and Director, Standard Refrigeration, New DelhiDespite being the backbone of cold chains, India's refrigerated transport sector grapples with systemic inefficiencies that threaten the integrity of perishable cargo logistics.

The efficiency and reliability of reefer (refrigerated) transport systems are critical to the integrity of cold chains, especially when the product involves perishable goods like food, pharmaceuticals, and biotech items. However, several systemic challenges continue to hinder optimal operations and delivery performance. A focused view on the major pain points is outlined below.

Reefer vehicles must crisscross an entire geography, often confronting poor infrastruc...