Cold Chain Summit 2026

“Cold Chain Partnerships: Value in Every Link”

Amidst fluctuating trade dynamics and complex global supply chain networks, success depends on more than just infrastructure and technology—it’s built on partnerships. The 2026 Cold Chain Summit, “Cold Chain Partnerships: Value in Every Link,” will explore how collaboration unlocks resilience, innovation, and sustainable growth while examining the critical role each stakeholder plays in delivering value from end to end.

Join us for a day of focused discussions, engaging panels, and strategic networking as we dive into the partnerships shaping the future of temperature-controlled supply chains. The Summit is your platform to connect, learn, and redefine what’s possible—one link at a time.

This year’s Cold Chain Summit will return to Hotel Ballast in Downtown Wilmington on April 16, 2026.

This video from a previous Cold Chain Summit highlights how the state of North Carolina continues to unlock value across the entire Cold Chain. From new infrastructure and industry partnerships to food processing and fresh produce, see how our state is leading the way in temperature-controlled logistics and innovation.