In order to improve the process of handling reefer containers, Cornelder de Moçambique, in partnership with Identec Solutions, a global leader in reefer management solutions, will be implementing a new and modern reefer management system called Reefer Runner at the Port of Beira Container Terminal from October next.

To this end, the two institutions will install 300 reefer plugs at the Beira Port Container Terminal, one of the most modern terminals in southern Africa.

On the subject of the project, the Head of the Container Terminal, Luís Rodriguez, explained that the concessionaire is looking to optimise its resources as much as possible, with the aim not only of reducing costs, but above all of meeting the immediate needs of customers, and the reliable, fast and fully documented handling of reefers is important.

“With the Reefer Runner system, we can monitor the fridges remotely. This is crucial as the number of fridges grows steadily,” he emphasised.

By enabling automated 24/7 monitoring of all individual refrigerated containers, Reefer Runner protects all refrigerated cargo, transmits vital data and triggers alarms when necessary.

This technology facilitates more efficient reefer management, significantly improving the process of importing and exporting reefer cargo at the terminal and minimising complaints.

The installation of this system covers two bonded warehouses, an International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) storage area and a state-of-the-art Navis N4 computerised management system.

The recent expansion includes more container storage space and a new five-lane access road, solidifying its role as an important logistics centre in the region.