The Cold Chain Podcast

A candid discussion between Shane Brennan and an internationally recognised expert in cold chain energy. Judith Evans of London South Bank University will discuss her latest research and ongoing projects with UK Government on cold chain energy usage, as well as providing her view on the long term potential of reducing energy use and emissions across the supply chain.

In this episode Shane talks to the head of the UK operations for Lineage Logistics Claire Walters, they talk about her extensive and varied experience working in logistics and the fresh perspective she brings to UK cold chain. A year in to her leadership Claire talk about he optimism for the business and our industry and provides great advice to those forging a career in our vital industry 

In this episode, Shane is joined by Paul Martin, MD of Ice Co Storage & Logistics. Paul talks about changes in the business, the value-added service they offer to the industry and the recent acquisition. 

Paul dives into his history in the industry, how he started, the changes he has seen tho the business and his plans for the future. 

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In this episode Shane is joined by the inspirational Lisa-Jayne Cook. Recently selected to be a global ambassador for women in STEM, she has led the way in speaking to young people about the opportunities of working in the refrigeration, heat pump and air conditioning sector. 

In this episode they talk about how Lisa-Jayne found her way into refrigeration engineering, her early and ongoing experiences in the job and her passion for making the industry a better more inclusive place for all of us. 

Lisa Jayne works for GEA Engineering as a Service Sales Manager, she is a Board Director of the Institute of Refrigeration and a member of the ACRIB industry Board https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-jayne-cook-finstr-fwes-99532043

 

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In this episode Shane talks to fellow trade association CEO James Bielby from the Federation of Wholesale Distributors about how the health of the UK food supply chain. They reflect on how the industry came together to withstand the demand spikes and collapses in the covid years and what lessons that teaches us about how to handle the challenges ahead for businesses across wholesale, hospitality and retail. 

Over ten years Lineage Logistics has reshaped the identity of cold chain across the world. Mike McClendon led the global expansion of the business for most of that time, only recently stepping out from being President of International Business in to a new Ambassadorial role, including taking on the role of Chairman of the Global Cold Chain Alliance, the pan-national representative and networking organisation for cold chain businesses. 

Mike talks to Shane about the rapid rise of Lineage Logistics, why the business has been able to grow as it has, he shares his optimism about the future and talks candidly about how Lineage is facing in to the major challenges of our time. A unique insight from a man that has, more than most, shaped the modern history of global cold chain. 

Recorded at the international convention for global cold chain in San Diego, Shane talks to inventor and cold chain solutions provider Bob Tippman. 

From a multigenerational family that are an institution of US cold chain, Bob is a one of those people that gets out of bed in the morning hungry to find the next big idea that can change the cold chain. 

His products like the Quick Freeze blast freezing solution, are interesting twists on long established technology, and he has plenty more ideas to come. 

Shane and Bob also talk about the big idea that they both believe needs to be seriously considered. It's simple but could be game changing, turning up the thermostat and storing food at higher temperatures to reduce overall energy use across the cold chain. Is it that simple... listen and find out.. 

In this podcast special Shane Brennan talks to Paul Wilkinson the President of Movianto UK.  Paul tells the story of how he and the team planned and delivered the logistics that made the covid-19 vaccination programme possible.  A thorough and reflective account of an unprecedented cold chain challenge. Not to be missed. 

The interview took place before Paul gave the key note address to the Cold Chain Live! Conference in Birmingham on the 8th September 2022. 

Shane Brennan talks to new Vice-President of the Cold Chain Federation Paul Bennell. Paul runs Samworth Brothers Supply Chain one of the leading distributors of chilled foods in the UK. SBSC has a unrivalled reputation for professionalism and reliability and brilliant working culture. 

Shane and Paul reflect on the pandemic and its legacy and talk about the crunch policy and regulatory issues facing the transport industry. 

CCF CEO Shane Brennan and Policy Director Tom Southall talk you through some of the key issues shaping the cold chain this month. On the agenda is the race to be PM and what that actually means for us, the new consultation on penalties for hauliers caught trafficking illegal migrants, the cold chain report and a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT about the Cold Chain Live! Conference on 8/9 September.