Broliveira and Thermo King Driving Excellence in Cold Chain Logistics in Portugal

Thermo King®, a leader in transport temperature control solutions and a brand of Trane Technologies, marks its long-standing partnership with Broliveira, one of Portugal’s largest companies specialising in international road transport. In a recent fleet expansion, Broliveira added a mix of 70 trailers with Advancer A400 and A500 Spectrum refrigeration units, reinforcing their commitment to high standards in cold chain integrity.

Since its founding, Broliveira has continuously worked together with Thermo King Portugal and Frigicoll, the local authorized dealer, ensuring the temperature control and cargo protection required in pharmaceutical and food transport. The company operates a fleet of 135 trailers, each equipped with Thermo King refrigeration systems averaging three years of age.

“At Broliveira, we consider Thermo King and Frigicoll as true partners. We work as a team and, when challenges arise, we find solutions together,” said Boaventura Verdasca, CEO of Broliveira. “Our collaboration rests on three key pillars: Trust, rooted in equipment reliability; Partnership, underpinned by close cooperation; and Sustainability, achieved by adopting latest technologies that reduce fuel consumption and emissions.”

Thermo King Advancer refrigeration systems deliver industry-leading capacity, temperature recovery and pulldown performance. Fuel levels and consumption are transparently tracked and accessible both on the unit and remotely via telematics. The integration of Advancer units has led to measurable fuel savings for Broliveira, generating a reduction of about 15% in average annual fuel consumption compared to previous models, directly enhancing operational efficiency and environmental performance.

“Thermo King’s refrigeration technology gives us greater confidence and peace of mind. The units ensure stable in-box temperatures, which is critical for transporting pharmaceuticals and perishable foods. This maintains cold chain integrity and safeguards sensitive cargo. The much lower fuel consumption compared to other systems sets a new benchmark for operational efficiency,” added Boaventura Verdasca at Broliveira.

Broliveira’s reputation for on-time, secure deliveries is reinforced by comprehensive maintenance contracts for all units, fostering customer confidence and peace of mind. Frigicoll’s dedicated service teams have built a strong track record of responsive support, effective maintenance, and targeted training, ensuring continuous fleet reliability and peak performance.

Broliveira leverages remote monitoring and fuel sensors to manage unit performance and temperature control. Recent equipment upgrades and consequently measurable reductions in emissions and improved fuel efficiency, advance the company’s environmental goals for 2026.

“Investing in latest refrigeration technologies supports our sustainability objectives. By introducing new equipment and modernising our fleet, we achieved significant reductions in CO₂ emissions and fuel consumption. We continually evaluate emerging solutions, such as electric refrigeration, to further our commitment to responsible practices and minimising environmental impact. As Broliveira expands in pharmaceutical and food logistics, our partnership with Thermo King remains at the core of our strategy,” concluded Boaventura Verdasca at Broliveira.