Temperature Controlled Delivery
GDP-compliant cold chain solutions for pharmaceuticals, food, and temperature-sensitive goods.
Service Overview
Our temperature-controlled delivery service maintains your products at the precise temperature required throughout transit. With multi-temperature capability from ambient to frozen, continuous monitoring, and full data logging, we provide complete cold chain integrity for your most sensitive shipments.
Coverage Area
UK-wide cold chain network with European temperature-controlled routes available.
Key Features
Ideal For
Pharmaceutical products
Clinical trials materials
Fresh food distribution
Frozen goods
Biological samples
Vaccines
Dairy products
Flowers and plants
Available Vehicles
Refrigerated Van
Up to 1,000kg
Refrigerated Luton
Up to 1,500kg
Temperature Controlled HGV
Up to 10,000kg
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Technical Handling Capabilities
Detailed specifications for our specialist freight handling — compliance, equipment, and operational standards.
Temperature Ranges & Equipment Specifications
- Ambient (+15°C to +25°C) — ambient-protected vehicles for heat-sensitive goods
- Chilled (+2°C to +8°C) — pharmaceutical grade, validated to WHO/PIC/S guidelines
- Chilled (+2°C to +15°C) — fresh food, floriculture, and dairy
- Frozen (-20°C) — frozen food, biological materials, and certain vaccines
- Deep frozen (-70°C) — available via specialist cryogenic packaging (dry ice/liquid nitrogen)
- Multi-temperature vehicles carry segregated chilled and frozen loads simultaneously
Pharmaceutical & GDP Compliance
- All pharmaceutical routes operated under GDP (Good Distribution Practice) guidelines
- Temperature mapping of all vehicles conducted and records held on file
- Mean Kinetic Temperature (MKT) data available on request for each consignment
- Validated packaging qualifications (WHO P/G, Envirotainer, Softbox) accepted
- Controlled Drugs and Schedule 1–5 substances accepted with required licences
- Cold chain documentation pack issued with every pharma delivery: TTR, POD, temperature report
Food Safety & Perishables
- All vehicles HACCP-compliant and regularly deep-cleaned between food loads
- Vehicles operate under EC 852/2004 food hygiene transport regulations
- Separate vehicle allocation for allergen-risk loads on request
- Fresh produce, cut flowers, and live shellfish accepted with appropriate phytosanitary/health certs
- Retail distribution (ambient to store) available alongside direct foodservice delivery
Monitoring & Data Logging
- Continuous Bluetooth and cellular temperature data logger in every vehicle
- Real-time alerts triggered if temperature breaches set thresholds (±0.5°C tolerance)
- Full temperature report provided as PDF within 2 hours of delivery
- Data retained for 2 years for regulatory audit purposes
- Live tracking portal access available for consignees awaiting critical medical deliveries
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature ranges can you maintain during transit?
Our vehicles cover ambient (+15–25°C), chilled (+2–8°C and +2–15°C), and frozen (-20°C) as standard. For deep-frozen requirements down to -70°C, we use validated dry ice or cryogenic packaging in combination with our insulated vehicles. All temperature ranges are continuously monitored and logged.
Are your services GDP compliant for pharmaceutical deliveries?
Yes. Our pharmaceutical cold chain operations are conducted under GDP (Good Distribution Practice) guidelines. We carry out temperature mapping of all vehicles, provide Mean Kinetic Temperature data on request, and issue a full cold chain documentation pack with each pharma delivery including the temperature trace report and proof of delivery.
Can you handle frozen goods alongside chilled in the same vehicle?
Yes. Our multi-temperature vehicles are equipped with dual-zone refrigeration units that maintain separate chilled and frozen compartments simultaneously. This is ideal for mixed food distribution or where a single delivery contains both pharmaceutical (+2–8°C) and frozen (-20°C) materials.
What happens if the temperature excursion alarm triggers during transit?
Our real-time monitoring system alerts both the driver and our operations team immediately if a temperature breach occurs. The driver will take corrective action (pre-cooling, emergency ice packs, or diversion to a cold store) and you will be notified. Every excursion is documented, and a deviation report is included with the delivery paperwork.