Meet the GND Solutions Team at Fruit Logistica 2026
Event
Jan 28, 2026 • 6 min read
TL;DR
Cold chain monitoring for fruit refers to the continuous
tracking of temperature, humidity, CO₂, and handling
conditions throughout storage and transport. Global fruit
supply chains demand precise control of these parameters to
protect quality and shelf life.
GND Solutions delivers an end-to-end cold chain monitoring
platform combining multi-parameter IoT sensors, global
connectivity, and cloud-based analytics to improve visibility,
help reduce waste, and support compliance across fruit
logistics operations.
Understanding the Challenges of Global Fruit Logistics
Modern fruit supply chains span multiple countries, transport
modes, and regulatory frameworks. Exporters and logistics
providers must balance quality preservation, cost efficiency, and
compliance across complex operations.
Fresh fruits are highly sensitive to temperature fluctuations,
moisture imbalance, elevated CO₂ levels, and physical shock. Even
minor deviations during storage or transit can accelerate
ripening, cause bruising, promote mold growth, and shorten shelf
life.
Industry research estimates that 20–30% of fresh produce is lost
globally each year, with a significant share linked to cold chain
failures and handling damage during transportation and storage.
Despite these risks, many organizations continue to rely on manual
inspections and fragmented systems, limiting real-time visibility
and proactive intervention. This often leads to:
High spoilage and rejection rates
Limited end-to-end shipment visibility
Inconsistent controlled-atmosphere management
Undetected vibration and handling damage
Complex compliance documentation
Rising refrigeration and operational costs
These challenges directly impact profitability, brand reputation,
and customer trust.
Advanced Cold Chain Monitoring Technologies for Fruit Supply
Chains
The platform provides continuous visibility across storage,
transportation, and distribution networks, enabling data-driven
decision-making throughout the fruit supply chain.
Connectivity and Data Collection
GND Solutions’ monitoring architecture supports global logistics
operations through flexible and secure connectivity options:
Short-range networks for dense cold storage
and warehouse deployments
Cellular, NB-IoT, and LPWAN technologies for
international shipment tracking
This design ensures uninterrupted data flow from origin to
destination, enabling complete visibility throughout the supply
chain.
Multi-Parameter Sensor Performance
GND’s
industrial-grade sensors
are engineered for reliable operation in refrigerated and
controlled-atmosphere environments. They continuously monitor:
Temperature to maintain cold chain integrity
Humidity to prevent moisture-related quality
loss
CO₂ levels to manage ripening and atmosphere
control
Vibration and shock to detect handling and
transit damage
Rugged design and long battery life minimize maintenance while
ensuring consistent monitoring throughout extended shipments.
Security, Compliance, and Data Integrity
As regulatory requirements and buyer standards continue to
evolve, maintaining data integrity is critical.
GND Solutions provides enterprise-grade security and
traceability features, including:
Encrypted data transmission to protect
sensitive shipment data
Secure cloud infrastructure for reliable
storage and access
Automated, audit-ready reporting to simplify
compliance checks
End-to-end shipment traceability across the
entire supply chain
By implementing an
integrated hardware-to-cloud monitoring solution,
fruit exporters and logistics providers can achieve:
Reduced spoilage and quality loss
Lower insurance claims and shipment rejections
Faster response to temperature or atmosphere deviations
Improved controlled-atmosphere management
Optimized energy usage and inventory planning
Enhanced sustainability performance through waste reduction
This approach transforms cold chain monitoring from a reactive
process into a strategic quality and risk management function,
helping organizations protect product integrity, reduce costs, and
meet regulatory standards.
Use Cases for Fruit Logistics and Export Operations
GND Solutions supports a wide range of fresh produce and fruit
logistics applications, including:
Tropical and exotic fruit export and import
Controlled-atmosphere container monitoring
Multi-location cold storage management
Reefer truck and rail shipment tracking
Distribution center quality assurance
Integration with automated handling and logistics systems
These use cases demonstrate how
continuous visibility helps protect product
quality, reduce losses, and improve operational efficiency across
complex global supply chains.
FAQs: GND Cold Chain Monitoring at Fruit Logistica 2026
Where can I meet GND Solutions at Fruit Logistica
2026?
You can meet the GND Solutions team at
Hall 26, Stand C-10
in Berlin, where live demonstrations of the cold chain
monitoring platform and global sensor dashboards will be
available.
How is CO₂ monitored in fruit transportation?
CO₂ monitoring in fruit transport is performed using
industrial-grade sensors installed inside
containers, cold storage rooms, or reefer units. These
sensors continuously measure CO₂ concentration and transmit
data in real time via
cellular or NB-IoT connectivity to a cloud
platform, enabling remote visibility and
controlled-atmosphere management throughout transit.
How does real-time monitoring help reduce fruit spoilage
and cargo claims?
Many spoilage incidents and refrigerated cargo claims are
linked to
undetected temperature excursions, atmosphere imbalance,
or handling damage
during transit. Real-time monitoring enables early alerts
when conditions deviate from acceptable thresholds, allowing
corrective action during storage or transport rather than
after delivery.
What parameters do GND cold chain sensors monitor?
GND sensors continuously track multiple environmental and
handling parameters, including:
Temperature, Relative humidity, CO₂ levels, Vibration and
physical shock. This multi-parameter approach provides a
comprehensive view of cold chain integrity
from origin to destination.
Does GND’s monitoring system support export and
compliance requirements?
Yes. The platform generates
secure, audit-ready reports that support
export documentation, customer quality standards, and
regulatory audits. End-to-end data traceability helps
demonstrate proper cold chain handling and
chain-of-custody
across international fruit shipments.
Can the platform be used for international fruit
shipments?
Yes. GND Solutions is designed for
cross-border fruit logistics, supporting
multi-country shipments with global connectivity,
cloud-based dashboards, and centralized monitoring across
sea, road, rail, and cold storage environments.
Why is multi-parameter monitoring important for fruit
logistics?
Fruit quality is influenced by more than temperature alone.
Monitoring
humidity, CO₂, and handling conditions
alongside temperature provides deeper insight into ripening
behavior, shelf-life risk, and transit damage, especially
for long-haul and controlled-atmosphere shipments.
Conclusion: Protecting Exotic Fruits Through Smart Cold Chain
Solutions
Implementing IoT-enabled monitoring and cloud-based analytics
ensures exotic fruits arrive at market in peak condition. By
combining continuous environmental tracking, automated compliance,
and predictive insights, cold storage operators can protect
perishable produce, reduce waste, and enhance operational
efficiency.
