China cold storage solution provider
A large cold logistics warehouse isn’t just a building—it’s the backbone of your supply chain. Whether you’re handling fresh produce, frozen meat, seafood, or dairy, the right facility lets you:
✔️ Reduce spoilage from 30% → under 5%
✔️ Consolidate weekly exports instead of daily fire sales
✔️ Qualify for supermarket or government tenders requiring cold chain compliance
But how much does it really cost—and how much can you store?
📦 Storage Capacity vs. Investment: Real Numbers (2026)
| Facility Size | Floor Area | Usable Volume* | Total Investment (USD) | Storage Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regional Hub | 1,000 m² | 4,000 m³ | $130,000 – $170,000 | 800 – 950 metric tons |
| National Distribution Center | 5,000 m² | 20,000 m³ | $600,000 – $750,000 | 4,000 – 4,800 metric tons |
| Mega Cold Chain Terminal | 10,000 m² | 40,000 m³ | $1.1M – $1.4M | 8,000 – 9,500 metric tons |
| Export Mega-Facility | 20,000 m² | 80,000 m³ | $2.0M – $2.6M | 16,000 – 19,000 metric tons |
*Assumes 4m clear height and mixed-zone design (chilled + frozen).
Capacity based on standard palletized goods (200–240 kg/m³ for chilled; 300+ kg/m³ for frozen).
💰 What’s Included in the Price?
A turnkey large-scale cold logistics warehouse includes:
✅ Multi-temperature zones (e.g., +2°C for produce, –18°C for meat)
✅ 100–200mm PU insulated panels (food-grade, seamless joints)
✅ Industrial refrigeration system with redundancy (“N+1” compressors)
✅ Automated temperature monitoring with cloud alerts & audit logs
✅ High-speed dock doors (minimize thermal loss during loading)
✅ Backup power integration (generator or dual-grid ready)
✅ Full installation, commissioning, and operator training
💡 Optional upgrades:
- Automated racking (AS/RS) → +25% capacity
- Solar hybrid power → lower OPEX in high-electricity regions
- HACCP/GMP/WHO validation support
🌍 Real-World Insight: One Exporter, One Mega Facility
A seafood exporter in Vietnam built a 5,000m² multi-temp cold logistics center to serve EU and U.S. markets:
- Total Investment: $680,000 USD
- Zones: 2,000m² at –25°C (frozen shrimp), 3,000m² at 0–4°C (fresh fish prep)
- Capacity: Stores 4,500 tons
- Result:
- Reduced rejections from 18% → 2%
- Enabled direct FCL container loading (cut transshipment costs by 30%)
- Won BRCGS certification → access to Walmart & Costco supply chains
- Achieved ROI in 14 months
“This warehouse didn’t just store fish—it transformed our business model.”
— CEO, Mekong Seafood Group
🔑 Key Decision Factors That Impact Cost
- Temperature Zones: Single-temp = cheaper. Multi-temp = more flexible but +15–25% cost.
- Climate: Hot/humid regions (e.g., Nigeria, Saudi Arabia) need thicker insulation → higher upfront cost.
- Compliance Needs: GMP/pharma-grade adds 20–30%. Basic food-grade is sufficient for most agri-exports.
- Future Expansion: Design for modular growth to avoid costly retrofits.