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The North America cold chain market reached a value of approximately USD 116.85 Billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.50% between 2025 and 2034, reaching a value of around USD 289.58 Billion by 2034.
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North America Cold Chain Market Outlook
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The North America cold chain market is propelled by the increased global trade of temperature-sensitive products, rising demand from the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, and expansion of e-commerce and online grocery delivery services.
Increasing environmental awareness is driving cold chain operators to adopt sustainable practices, including eco-friendly packaging solutions and refrigeration systems with high energy efficiency.
As stated by USDA, in the U.S. 96% of all frozen red meat was kept stored in cold storage as of January 31, 2024, whereas it was 87% on February 28, 2023
According to Statistics Canada, the combined stock of frozen and chilled meats in Q1 and Q2 of 2024 amounted to 128,080 and 131,778 units respectively, boosting the North America cold chain market growth.
Increasing demand for fresh and frozen food, e-commerce expansion, technological advancements, and regulatory compliance are the major trends impacting the North America cold chain market growth.
With consumer preferences leaning towards healthier and more convenient food choices, the demand for frozen food items is increasing, highlighting the need for a robust cold chain infrastructure.
Online grocery shopping and meal kit delivery services' growth has heightened the need for cold chain logistics, ensuring safe and prompt delivery of perishable items to consumers' homes.
Technological advancements like IoT-enabled monitors, RFID tracking, and temperature-controlled packaging enhance cold chain operations, boosting real-time visibility and guaranteeing product quality and safety.
Stringent food safety regulations and quality standards are driving the adoption of cold chain technologies to maintain the integrity of perishable products throughout the supply chain.
In the North America cold chain sector, major development includes the rising shift towards investment in sustainable practices such as energy-efficient refrigeration systems, alternative fuels for transportation, and eco-friendly packaging solutions.
The pharmaceutical and healthcare industries require specialised cold chain logistics to transport temperature-sensitive medications and vaccines, driving the expansion of cold chain capabilities in North America.
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“North America Cold Chain Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
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Refrigerated storage boosts the North America cold chain market growth by preserving the freshness and quality of perishable items like fruits, vegetables, and meats through temperature and humidity control, thereby prolonging their shelf life.
Beyond food and beverage, refrigerated storage facilities also serve the pharmaceutical, healthcare, and biotechnology sectors, where temperature-sensitive products like vaccines, medicines, and biological samples require specialised storage conditions.
The integration of refrigerated transport across multiple modes of transportation expands the accessibility and reach of the cold chain network, enabling the efficient distribution of perishable goods to diverse geographic locations across North America.
Pharmaceuticals drive growth of the North America cold chain market by producing a wide range of temperature-sensitive products, including vaccines, and medications that require precise temperature control throughout the supply chain to maintain efficacy and integrity.
The pharmaceutical industry conducts numerous clinical trials and research studies that involve the transportation of biological samples, specimens, and investigational drugs. Cold chain logistics are essential for maintaining the integrity of these materials during transit.
Dairy and frozen products often face seasonal fluctuations in demand. Cold chain infrastructure enables producers to store surplus inventory during peak seasons and distribute it efficiently year-round, reducing waste and meeting consumer demand.
The logistics services are specialized in providing reliable logistics solutions by handling temperature-sensitive products.
Founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company is the world’s largest publicly traded REIT and a global leader in temperature-controlled warehousing and logistics.
Established in 1886 and is headquartered in Novi, MI. Lineage is a leading global temperature-contro...
Founded in 1889 and is headquartered in Camden, NJ. The company is dedicated to leading the frozen a...
Founded in 1946 and is a Vaughan, ON-based company. VersaCold is Canada's largest supply chain compa...
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The United States dominates the North American cold chain industry due to its robust biopharmaceutical sector. As a leading market for temperature-sensitive healthcare products like vaccines and biopharmaceuticals, the US fuels significant growth within the regional cold chain throughout the forecast period.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in Vaccine Storage and Handling Toolkit - January 2023 it was stated that refrigerators should maintain temperatures between 2° C and 8° C (36° F and 46° F).
According to the Government of Canada, the storage temperature for frozen vaccines is between -50° C and -15° C (-58° F and +5° F).
North America Cold Chain Market Size
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The market was valued at USD 116.85 Billion in 2024.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.50% between 2025 and 2034.
The revenue generated from the North America cold chain market is expected to reach USD 289.58 Billion in 2034.
The major market drivers include rising disposable incomes, increasing population, the surging consumption of meat and seafood, and the growing demand for processed food products.
The rising demand for organic food, the surging usage of temperature sensitive healthcare products, and increasing number of clinical trials in the United States and Canada are the key trends guiding the market.
The leading countries in the North America market are the United States of America and Canada.
The market is categorised according to the service type, which includes refrigerated storage and refrigerated transport.
The market is categorised according to the temperature, which includes frozen and chilled.
Based on the end use, the market is divided into meat and seafood, dairy and frozen products, fruits and vegetables, bakery and confectionery, pharmaceuticals, and others.
The market key players are Americold Logistics LLC, Lineage Logistics Holding, LLC, United States Cold Storage Inc., and VersaCold Logistics Services among others.
Based on the aircraft type, the market is divided into commercial aviation, general aviation, military aviation, and others.
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Base Year | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2018-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2034 |
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