The Refrigerated Warehouse & Transport Association of Australia Ltd (RWTA) represents both the warehousing and transport sectors involved in the storage, distribution and transportation of temperature controlled products in what is known as the Australian Cold Chain.

By satisfying the growing needs of our community, through the provision of temperature-controlled warehousing, refrigerated transport and related essential services, the Australian Cold Chain meets the increasing demands of Australia.

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The Australian Cold Chain is vital to our economy and society.

Infographic of the Australian Cold Chain process, showing stages of food supply: grown, processed, packaged, stored, transported, and sold.

This is Confidence in Food Quality, Every Day.

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Latest News

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1 Apr 2025

Have Your Say – Draft 2025 Workforce Plans

1 Apr 2025

These Workforce Plans set out the workforce development challenges and opportunities facing the industry and serve as a roadmap for the future by identifying what employers, unions, the national skills system, and governments need to do to build an agile, highly productive, and resilient workforce.

Feedback closes Monday 5:00PM AEDT, 7 April 2025.

1 Apr 2025

Americold Expands in Christchurch

1 Apr 2025

Americold Breaks Ground in Christchurch, Doubling Site Capacity to Support FMCG, Retail, and QSR Business Growth

1 Apr 2025

In conclusion, a love letter to the cold chain!

1 Apr 2025

In the last in the Frostbite series, we discuss Govt involvement, national security, resilience and food security.

1 Apr 2025

26 Mar 2025

National licensing scheme for electrical trades

26 Mar 2025

The Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) welcomes the Albanese Government’s announcement to design a national licensing scheme for electrical trades.

26 Mar 2025

25 Mar 2025

We are very pleased to have Melbourne Cold Storage on board as a New Member, Welcome!

25 Mar 2025

Melbourne Cold Storage is a state of the art, purpose-built facility offering tailored cold chain storage and logistics services.

25 Mar 2025

Upcoming Events

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AMIC Meat Processing & Export Conference 2025

Apr 7

7 Apr 2025 – 8 Apr 2025

AMIC Meat Processing & Export Conference 2025

7 Apr 2025 – 8 Apr 2025

Attending MPEC25 is your ticket to the conversations and connections that shape the future of the meat processing and export industries. Whether you’re joining for a single day or the full conference experience, our flexible ticketing options ensure there’s a way for everyone to participate.

7 Apr 2025 – 8 Apr 2025

Brisbane Truck Show 15-18 MAY, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

May 15

15 May 2025 – 18 May 2025

Brisbane Truck Show 15-18 MAY, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

15 May 2025 – 18 May 2025

Brisbane Truck Show fans are being urged to book tickets and accommodation for the 2025 industry showcase as entry passes and rooms sell out fast! General admission tickets can be booked here. Ticketing for 2025 Brisbane Truck Show and Exhibitor VIP tickets here (early bird pricing closes Friday, 14 March, 2025). To take advantage of special rates negotiated by the show’s accommodation partner Ozaccom+ see here Accommodation

15 May 2025 – 18 May 2025