The Cathay Pacific Cargo Terminal has become the first cargo terminal in the world to implement MobiFresh, an IoT-enabled cold chain solution that ensures the optimal freshness of temperature-sensitive goods. MobiFresh utilises 1.6-metre-cube containers that provide temperature-controlled storage between 2°C and 8°C. Each MobiFresh container has a unique ID and its location, temperature and battery levels are monitored in real time, 24/7, and can be controlled remotely through the warehouse operating system, enabling features such as pre-cooling to expedite the handling process. Precise location tracking is ensured by iBeacon technology that is fully integrated with the cargo terminal’s IT systems, meaning the terminal’s truck control system will automatically allocate the nearest truck dock to reduce waiting times. The MobiFresh containers can be charged wirelessly while stored in the terminal’s bulk handling system, with a single charge supporting up to nine hours of continuous use.
MobiFresh was custom designed by Cathay Pacific Services Limited to boost bulk handling capability for temperature-sensitive goods. It enables temperature-controlled shipments to move through the terminal faster than ever before, whilst mitigating the risk of temperature deviation or contamination during transportation.
