Road refrigerated transport is the carriage of food, pharmaceuticals and temperature-sensitive goods in reefer trucks, refrigerated lorries and vans at a constant temperature between -25 °C and +25 °C. Freez Logistics provides full-load and groupage road refrigerated transport to all 81 provinces of Turkey and to countries in Europe, the Middle East, the Gulf, the Caucasus and Central Asia.
Our Road Refrigerated Transport Service
With a wide service network, operational and sector expertise and customer-focused solutions, Freez Logistics offers transparent, high-quality and reliable road refrigerated transport. For every load, the product's temperature needs, shelf life and delivery date are assessed together to plan the vehicle and route.
Our continuously improved order and operations management increases efficiency and gives our customers traceability, easy tracking and transparency.
Vehicle Types and Approximate Capacities
| Vehicle type | Approximate capacity | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated truck (13.60 m trailer) | 33 Euro pallets, 20-22 tonnes | Full domestic and international loads |
| Refrigerated rigid truck | 14-18 Euro pallets, 8-12 tonnes | Regional distribution and medium loads |
| Refrigerated van | 2-4 Euro pallets, 1-1.5 tonnes | Urban distribution and urgent small shipments |
| Groupage (shared truck) | Per pallet | Loads that do not fill a truck |
Capacities may vary depending on vehicle make, trailer type, pallet height and load weight.
Our International Road Routes
| Region | Main border gates / links | Example countries |
|---|---|---|
| Europe | Kapıkule, İpsala, Dereköy · Trieste truck ferry | Germany, Netherlands, Italy, Romania |
| Caucasus and Russia | Sarp, Türkgözü · Upper Lars | Georgia, Azerbaijan, Russia |
| Central Asia | Sarp + Caspian ferry or Gürbulak + Iran | Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan |
| Middle East | Habur, Cilvegözü, Öncüpınar | Iraq, Syria, Jordan |
| Iran and Pakistan | Gürbulak, Kapıköy, Esendere · Taftan | Iran, Pakistan |
| Gulf | Habur – Iraq – Kuwait / Saudi Arabia | Dubai / UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait |
Scope of Service
- Door-to-door full reefer truck transport
- Groupage transport (per-pallet refrigerated and standard loads)
- Frozen goods at -18 °C / -25 °C
- Meat, dairy and seafood at 0 °C / +4 °C
- Pharmaceuticals and healthcare products at +2 °C / +8 °C and +15 °C / +25 °C
- Multi-temperature (compartment) trucks for products needing different temperatures
- CMR liability insurance on all transport
Factors Affecting the Price
- Distance and route between loading and delivery points
- Vehicle type: full truck, rigid truck or groupage
- Required temperature range and product sensitivity
- Number of pallets, weight and volume
- Loading date and expected transit time
- Border crossings, customs and documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is road refrigerated transport?
Road refrigerated transport is the carriage of temperature-sensitive goods by road in insulated trucks, lorries or vans with a refrigeration unit, at a set temperature.
How many pallets fit in a refrigerated truck?
A standard 13.60 m refrigerated trailer takes about 33 Euro pallets (80 x 120 cm). The exact capacity depends on pallet height and the vehicle type.
What is the difference between full-load and groupage refrigerated transport?
In full-load transport the whole truck is dedicated to one customer and goes directly to the delivery address. In groupage, loads from different customers requiring the same temperature range are consolidated, which is more economical for small quantities.
Which border gates do international reefer trucks use?
Mostly Kapıkule, İpsala and Dereköy for Europe; Habur for Iraq and the Gulf; Sarp for Georgia, Russia and Central Asia; and Gürbulak, Kapıköy and Esendere for Iran and beyond.
What affects the price of road refrigerated transport?
The main factors are distance and route, vehicle type, required temperature, load quantity and weight, loading date, border crossings and the chance of finding a return load.
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