Investing in Cold Chain Solutions

The introduction of cold chain technologies and services, such as refrigeration and cooling systems for food storage and transport, has emerged as a promising solution and has already helped reduce spoilage and improve distribution efficiency. However, to accelerate the implementation of cold chain technologies and services in the private sector, companies that show promise in leading this change will need an extra push, particularly given the challenging business climate and difficulties accessing (affordable) funding.

That is why Netherlands Food Partnership supports a partnership consisting of TRAIDE Foundation, Wageningen University and Research, Rabobank, Enviu, the Dutch Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Nature, and various Dutch Embassies in East Africa, to identify high-potential cold chain businesses cases. High-potential from an environmental, social as well as an economic angle.

Led by TRAIDE Foundation, the partnership has developed a Bid Book that amplifies 23 promising business cases from East Africa. Ranging from Ethiopia to Tanzania. The majority of these companies have a ‘Dutch touch’; working together with Dutch buyers, investors or programmes. Interviews with these companies, and subsequent assessment of both impact potential as well as commercial scalability, have led to a Bid Book that highlights each company’s characteristics, including their business and operational models.

Are you interested in partnering with or investing in one of the companies featured in our bid book? Reach out to us (ipalaz@nlfoodpartnership.com) to explore opportunities and receive detailed insights, including company assessments and further information. Or use the Comment section below to get in touch! We look forward to connecting and facilitating the right partnerships to scale these businesses and jointly reduce food losses and waste.