Cold Storage Market Size

The global cold storage market size was valued at $161.60 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $416.66 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 17.1% during the forecast period.

Cold Storage Market Overview 

Cold storage facilities are commercial establishments designed for the preservation of perishable items like fruits, vegetables, meat, and fish, among others, by maintaining controlled conditions for extended periods. Products intended for short or long-term storage are cooled and maintained at temperatures slightly above freezing, typically ranging from -2??C to 16??C, depending on the specific requirements of the item. Frozen storage enables the preservation of most food products for significantly longer durations, with temperatures typically ranging from -23??C to -12??C, and -18??C being the most commonly utilized. The primary application of cold storage revolves around preserving perishable items, primarily food and pharmaceutical goods. 

Cold Storage Market Dynamics 

• The cold storage market is expected to witness significant growth in the future due to the increasing organized retail sectors, increasing automation in refrigerated warehouses, and rising import and export activities 

• Additionally, rising need for secure storage infrastructure and technology development in refrigerated equipment are the prominent factors driving the growth of the market.

• However, high initial investment costs and regulatory complexities are restraining the market growth.

• On the contrary, increasing trend of purchasing perishable products online, expansion of e-commerce and online grocery platforms, and the rising technological advancements are creating opportunities for market growth.

By Temperature Type, Frozen Segment to Hold Major Share in the Cold Storage Market

The frozen segment is expected to hold significant share in the cold storage market during the forecast period owing to the increasing consumption of frozen and packaged food products in emerging markets, coupled with a rising preference for frozen items in various industries. Commonly stored items at freezing temperatures include fruits, vegetables, fish, dry fruits, eggs, meat, dairy products, and other perishable items. With the growing demand for perishable food items and increasing awareness about the nutritional benefits of minimally processed foods, the frozen segment is expected to maintain its dominance throughout the forecast period.

By Geography, Asia Pacific is expected to be the Fastest Growing Region during the forecast period

The Asia Pacific is anticipated to experience the most rapid growth during the forecast period due to the advancements in warehouse management and refrigerated transportation, bolstered by government subsidies aimed at developing the cold chain industry across the region. Service providers have capitalized on these opportunities by introducing innovative solutions to address transportation complexities. The growth is further propelled by the development of technological infrastructure and the presence of key market players such as Blue Star Limited in India and NICHIREI CORPORATION in Japan. 

Key Target Audience: 

• Cold storage facility operators

• Food and beverage manufacturers

• Logistics and transportation companies

• Suppliers of refrigeration and cold storage equipment

List of the Key Players Profiled in the Report Includes:

• Americold Logistics, Inc.

• Agro Merchants Group

• Burris Logistics

• Barloworld Limited

• Cloverleaf Cold Storage

• Gulf Drug LLC

• Henningsen Cold Storage Company

• LINEAGE LOGISTICS HOLDING, LLC

• Nordic Logistics

• Oxford Logistics Group

• Oceana Group Limited

• RSA Logistics

Recent Developments: 

• In March 2023, Americold revealed its strategic investment in RSA Cold Chain, a well-established regional cold storage operator based in Dubai. Americold's minority stake aims to support RSA Cold Chain's local expansion plans, pursue strategic growth opportunities in the Middle East and adjacent markets, and integrate RSA Cold Chain into Americold's global network.

Market Segmentation: 

The research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry analysis with size, share, and forecast for the below segments:

Market by, Warehouse Type: 

• Private

• Public

Market by, Construction Type: 

• Bulk Storage

• Ports

• Production Stores

Market by, Temperature Type:

• Frozen

• Chilled 

Market by, Application: 

• Fruits & Vegetables

• Processed Food

• Dairy

• Pharmaceuticals

• Fish, Meat & Seafood 

Market by, Geography: 

The cold storage market report also analyzes the major geographic regions and countries of the market. The regions and countries covered in the study include:

• North America (The United States, Canada, Mexico), Market Estimates, Forecast & Opportunity Analysis

• Europe (Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe), Market Estimates, Forecast & Opportunity Analysis

• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Rest of Asia Pacific), Market Estimates, Forecast & Opportunity Analysis

• South America (Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Rest of South America), Market Estimates, Forecast & Opportunity Analysis

• Middle East & Africa (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iran, South Africa, Rest of Middle East & Africa), Market Estimates, Forecast & Opportunity Analysis

Scope of the Report:

The report oGlobal Cold Storage Market: Industry Analysis, Opportunities and Forecast up to 2030o by Diligence Insights provides a detailed analysis of the present market and future outlook with market estimates and forecasts for all specified segments, encompassing both global and regional perspectives as outlined within the research framework. The study includes historical market data for the years 2022, 2023 and offers revenue estimations for 2024, and project forecasts spanning from 2025 to 2030. It places significant emphasis on the examination of market trends, key industry participants, supply chain developments, technological advancements, pivotal milestones, and prospective strategies. Comprehensive market assessments are carried out across major geographic regions, including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa. As such, this report constitutes a valuable resource for current industry stakeholders, newcomers to the field, and potential investors.

The study offers an in-depth market analysis, drawing insights from industry experts across the value chain. A special focus has been made on 25 countries, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, China, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa, among others. The market data has been meticulously collected through extensive primary interviews and comprehensive secondary research. Market size determination is rooted in the revenue generated from sales across all the specified segments and sub-segments as defined within the research scope. The market sizing analysis includes both top-down and bottom-up approaches for data validation and accuracy measures.

The report offers insights into the following aspects:

• Analysis of major market trends, factors driving, restraining, threatening, and providing opportunities for the market.

• Analysis of the market structure by identifying various segments and sub-segments of the market.

• Understand the revenue forecast of the market for North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa.

• Analysis of opportunities by identification of high-growth segments/revenue pockets in the market.

• Understand major player profiles in the market and analyze their business strategies.

• Understand competitive developments such as joint ventures, alliances, mergers and acquisitions, and new product launches in the market.