DHL Global Forwarding has opened a new facility in Brisbane to accommodate the growing demand for cold chain perishables and support the growth of general cargo in Queensland.

The 4,880 sqm sustainable facility, worth AUD17 million (USD11.2 million), will house the largest international cold chain services in Brisbane at 1,700 sqm, with the investment spanning over 10 years.

The freight specialist arm of Deutsche Post DHL Group will cater to a growing demand for agricultural and food exports.

“We built the new Brisbane facility to meet the fast-growing demand for perishables,” says DHL Global Forwarding Australia managing director George Lawson.

“The agricultural and fisheries sector is a key foundation of Queensland’s economy and it has remained robust despite the disruptions caused by the pandemic.

“Queensland’s total agricultural and food export has seen a 16% increase from the average of the past five years and is set to continue rising in the foreseeable future,” he adds.

“Expanding our facilities will help cater to this rising demand and help our customers transport these time and temperature-sensitive perishable goods quickly and efficiently.”