Cold & Co

What Cold & Co does

Cold & Co is a French designer and distributor of passive isothermal cold chain solutions, headquartered in Rambervillers with a showroom in Alfortville. The company manufactures and sells insulated containers (CarryTemp family, CityTemp XL12, CareExtreme Pallet, DistriFresh), isothermal bags (OneDay, CrocoChill, IsoCase, Fresh Paper Pack), and phase-change-material (PCM) eutectic plates spanning -26°C to +65°C, enabling temperature-controlled transport without active refrigeration. ATP certification, NF S99-700 qualification for healthcare products, and EU food-contact compliance underpin its regulated-industry positioning.

The technology centers on passive thermal inertia using eutectic plates that store and release latent heat at set temperatures, supporting tri-temperature transport in a single vehicle and hold times of up to 96 hours without external power. Cold & Co serves five primary verticals — agri-food and food processing, biology and health, cyclologistics, urban logistics, and industrial products — with a customer base ranging from cyclo-logistics startups (La Petite Boucle, Narvélos, VelyVelo) and SMBs (Les 3 Petites Vagues, Ma Bonne Viande, BOKA FOOD) to enterprise accounts (Delhaize, La Poste).

The business model is primarily one-time product sales complemented by custom consulting and professional services (The LAB metrology, COLD & CO ACADEMY training). Distribution is multi-channel: direct e-commerce via coldandco.com, a physical showroom, trade show sales (SITL, SELFI, Salon des Maires, Boîtes à Vélo), and direct shipping across France and Europe. The company is structured as a SASU (single-shareholder) with €150,000 capital and 1-10 employees, with no disclosed venture or institutional funding.

Name

Cold & Co

Legal name

COLD & CO

Website

https://coldandco.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Cold & Co is a French designer and distributor of passive isothermal containers, eutectic plates, and cold chain packaging serving agri-food, healthcare, cyclologistics, and urban logistics customers across France and Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cold Chain Packaging & Temperature-Controlled Transport Equipment

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334)

SIC

Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro primary industry

Temperature-Controlled & Insulated Shippers (Coolers, Gel Packs, PCM Systems) (IMALAFAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cold Chain & Temperature-Controlled Packaging (Insulated Shippers, Gel Packs) (IMALAIAG), Passive Temperature-Controlled Packaging & Insulated Shipper Services (TLACAMAK), Cold Chain Packaging, Refrigerants & Thermal Qualification Services (as-a-service) (TLAIAIAL)

Keywords

• Cold chain logistics
• Isothermal containers
• Eutectic plates
• Passive refrigeration
• Temperature-controlled transport

Headquarters

HQ city

Alfortville

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Direct sale of isothermal containers, refrigerants (eutectic plates), and accessories. One-time purchase model with products available in various formats and configurations. Customers purchase containers and配套 refrigerants for their cold chain needs.
2. Custom Solutions and Consulting: Expert consultation and customized isothermal solutions for specific client needs. Company provides thermal configuration advice, protocol development, and tailored product recommendations for complex cold chain requirements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Cold & Co designs, manufactures, and sells passive isothermal containers and PCM (Phase Change Material) eutectic plates for cold chain transport and storage of temperature-sensitive goods. The portfolio spans ATP-certified insulated containers (CarryTemp family), pharmaceutical coolers (MedicalCase), pallet covers, flexible isothermal bags, and refrigerant plates, supported by metrological testing (The LAB) and regulatory training (COLD & CO ACADEMY) services.

Product overview

COLD & CO is a specialist in passive cold chain solutions, offering a comprehensive portfolio of isothermal containers and temperature-controlled transport products. The core product line includes the CarryTemp family (Classic, XL6, XL9, XXL) of ATP-certified insulated containers for fresh, frozen, and tri-temperature transport, complemented by the CityTemp XL12 for urban delivery. Supporting products include MedicalCase Pharma for health products, CareExtreme Pallet for bulk shipments, DistriFresh professional boxes in expanded polypropylene (EPP), and various isothermal packaging solutions (Fresh Box, Fresh Paper Pack). The refrigerants category features PCM eutectic plates spanning -26°C to +65°C. Additional offerings include flexible bags like CrocoChill, OneDay Fresh & Freeze, and FairTrade Certified cotton/jute tote bags. Services include The LAB for metrological qualification, COLD & CO ACADEMY for regulatory training, and the Cold Guide knowledge resource. Fields of application span agri-food and food processing, biology and health, cyclologistics, urban logistics, and industrial products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CarryTemp Classic ATP-certified isothermal containers designed to carry fresh or frozen products, available in multiple volumes with passive cold operation using eutectic plates for temperature maintenance up to 96 hours.
• CarryTemp XL6 Self-contained isothermal cabinet with 600L useful volume for tri-temperature transport; ATP certified with polyurethane panels and natural convection thermal diffusion system.
• CarryTemp XL9 Large-format professional cooler suitable for cargo bikes, enabling temperature-controlled transport up to tri-temperature without affecting vehicle integrity.
• CarryTemp XXL Removable cold room with 2.3 m3 capacity, accommodating up to 20 fresh crocodile cases for professional logistics applications.
• CityTemp XL12 Refrigerated, autonomous and mobile isothermal box optimized for urban multimodal delivery.
• CrocoChill Cooler Flexible and versatile isothermal bag that can be used as an insert for 600x400 plastic boxes or as a standalone bag for distribution rounds, featuring high-performance fiber insulation and quick setup in under 2 minutes.
• MedicalCase Pharma Secure cooler specifically developed for transport of temperature-sensitive health products (PST) with reliable and secure traceability.
• CareExtreme Pallet High-performance isothermal shipping solution with capacity up to 900 liters, reusable, folding flat to reduce return logistics costs; ideal for bulk shipments to Eastern Europe.
• DistriFresh GN1/1 Professional isothermal boxes made of expanded polypropylene (EPP) for everyday uses, available in 30L, 42L, 46L volumes with top or front opening; ultra-light, impact resistant, food-contact compliant, and fully recyclable.
• Freeze Conveyor Box Caisson isotherme organisable for colis alimentaire freeze conveyor box used for cold chain transport of frozen food parcels.
• Isothermal packaging Fresh Box Isothermal packaging for maintaining temperature of sensitive products, available in 7.5L, 15L, and 30L formats.
• Fresh Paper Pack Eco-friendly isothermal packaging made of mono-material 100% wood fiber; airtight, solid, efficient and ecological for meal delivery.
• OneDay Fresh & Freeze Autonomous refrigerated bags functioning as refrigerators on the go; OneDay Fresh maintains 0-4°C and OneDay Freeze maintains below -16°C using integrated eutectic gel technology.
• Isothermal Bag General isothermal bags for delivery and distribution applications in pharmacy, hospital, and restaurant sectors.
• Isothermal Pouch Lightweight isothermal packaging for sensitive products.
• Isothermal Pallet Cover Isothermal covers for pallet-level temperature protection during transport.
• Cooler bag IsoCase Isothermal cooler bag with multiple variations available for different temperature requirements.
• PCM Eutectic Plates Temperature maintenance plates available in multiple temperature ratings (-26°C, -16°C, -3°C, 0°C, +5°C, +18°C, +65°C) used with isothermal containers for precise temperature control.
• Cotton & Jute Insulated Tote Bag 100% natural cotton cooler bag, reusable, recyclable and customizable; FairTrade Certified with ethical manufacturing for eco-conscious brands and shops.
• The LAB Expert laboratory services for metrological qualification of temperature-controlled solutions and thermal performance testing.
• COLD & CO ACADEMY Training and expertise services covering regulatory training for cold chain management and deployment support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 1.5L fuel saved per 100km compared to refrigerated trucks
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• VelyVelocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term partnership for refrigerated cyclo-logistics solutions. VelyVelo, a long-term electric bike rental specialist, works with COLD & CO to develop refrigerated cyclo-logistics offerings. Founded by Jamil El Garti and Othman Razine, VelyVelo expanded from restaurant delivery to grocery delivery in 2019 and partnered with COLD & CO to address limitations in cold transport for cargo bikes.
• ColisActiv ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCOLD & CO's CarryTemp XL9 supports the ColisActiv program, a metropolitan initiative in Lyon that has delivered over 1 million parcels by cargo bike. Program was established by Métropole de Lyon with COLD & CO containers enabling sustainable urban logistics.
• La Petite BoucleminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCooperative specializing in cyclologistics that uses COLD & CO CarryTemp containers for delivering ultra-fresh products in Saint-Malo. Partnership enables sustainable delivery by bike while maintaining cold chain integrity for products from La Laiterie de Saint-Malo.
• NarvéloscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSCOP (cooperative) providing cyclologistic delivery services for Coopérative Bio d'Île-de-France. Uses CarryTemp refrigerated isothermal boxes to deliver organic, fresh and local products to Parisian school canteens. Partnership addresses cold chain needs for urban school meal delivery.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sonoco ThermoSafe: Major manufacturer of passive temperature-controlled packaging for pharma and food, offering insulated containers and phase change material solutions. Competes head-to-head with Cold & Co's CarryTemp and eutectic plate portfolio.
• va-Q-tec: German company specializing in vacuum insulation panels (VIPs) and PCM-based passive temperature-controlled shipping containers for pharma, biotech, and logistics. Closest technology peer to Cold & Co on PCM-based isothermal solutions.
• Envirotainer: Provider of active temperature-controlled air cargo container solutions for pharmaceutical cold chain. Competes with Cold & Co in the same end market (pharma cold chain transport) with an active rather than passive technology approach.
• Polar Tech Industries: Manufacturer of insulated shipping containers, gel packs, and PCM solutions for food and pharmaceutical cold chain. Comparable product portfolio and customer base to Cold & Co's DistriFresh and CrocoChill offerings.
• Sofrigam: French cold chain packaging specialist offering insulated containers, eutectic plates, and qualified solutions for pharmaceutical and food transport. Most direct geographic and product peer for Cold & Co, also serving the French and European pharma cold chain market.
• Pelican BioThermal: Global provider of passive temperature-controlled shipping containers for pharmaceutical and life sciences cold chain. Directly comparable to Cold & Co's MedicalCase and CareExtreme pallet offerings with broader international footprint.
• B Medical Systems: Luxembourg-based manufacturer of medical cold chain equipment including vaccine cold boxes and blood bank refrigerators. Comparable medical and vaccine cold chain focus to Cold & Co's MedicalCase Pharma line.
• Cryopak: Manufacturer of temperature-controlled packaging including insulated containers, gel packs, and eutectic solutions for food and life sciences. Comparable product range and channel model to Cold & Co.
• Cold Chain Technologies: US-based passive temperature-controlled packaging provider for pharmaceutical and food industries. Direct competitor to Cold & Co in insulated containers and PCM refrigerants with a comparable regulatory qualification approach.

Broad incumbents

• Sealed Air: Large diversified packaging conglomerate with insulated and protective packaging products including cold chain solutions. Broader portfolio competitor with greater scale and distribution reach than Cold & Co's specialized offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights1 record

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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