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For Food & Drink Brands, Wholesalers & Retailers

When shelf life is short, speed and precision matter. FLOX connects you with proven, compliant logistics partners who handle the pressure so you can scale with confidence.

 
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Stay agile through seasonal peaks
Promotional peaks, harvests, and holidays can throw even the best logistics setups off balance. With FLOX, you can ramp capacity up or down as seasonal demand changes.
Protect product quality from depot to doorstep
Temperature changes, poor handling, or missed FEFO rotation can make good stock unsellable. FLOX connects you with verified cold chain logistics specialists to keep goods shelf-ready.
Full visibility across every channel
Disconnected systems create data gaps, order errors, and unnecessary manual work. FLOX matches you with 3PLs that specialise in temperature-controlled logistics that can integrate seamlessly with your tech, giving you real-time visibility of every order and every pallet.
Stay compliant without the complexity
Food safety, duty, and retailer standards are always changing. FLOX’s network includes accredited partners with proven experience in food, drink, beverage logistics, frozen storage, and bonded operations, so you stay audit-ready and penalty-free.

 

For warehouse owners and fleet operators

FLOX connects you with the food and drink brands your operation was built for, creating partnerships that keep capacity full, fleets busy, and relationships long-term.

 
Win the right customers faster
Chasing leads that don’t fit wastes time and resources. FLOX connects you with qualified food and drink brands that match your space, temperature bands, and service capabilities.
Fill capacity smoothly
Seasonal peaks and troughs leave warehouse space empty one month and overloaded the next. FLOX helps balance your utilisation by matching you with brands whose demand aligns with your operation.
Stand out on capability, not price
Too many tenders come down to rates, not results. FLOX showcases your verified strengths – from BRCGS accreditation to bonded status and tech integrations – so you’re chosen for quality, not just cost per pallet.
Less time selling, more time delivering
Endless qualification calls and capability checks slow down growth. FLOX filters and aligns requirements upfront, connecting you only with compatible shippers.
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Connecting the food & drink supply chain, from factory to fork

FLOX connects food and drink businesses with FMCG logistics providers that understand their pace and pressures. From perishable goods to bonded warehousing, we match on capability and culture – helping products move faster and partnerships last longer.

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Data-driven matching across chilled, frozen, and ambient operations
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Partners verified for compliance, temperature control, and BRCGS standards
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Integration-ready warehouses and carriers with full visibility tools
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Flexible capacity for promotions, seasonality, and product launches

“Food and drink logistics leave no margin for error. At FLOX, we’ve helped brands and 3PLs across chilled, frozen, and ambient supply chains find partners who can handle the pressure, and perform every day.”


Michael Ostroumov, Co-founder, FLOX
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FAQs: Food & Drink Logistics

What are the key considerations when choosing a logistics partner that offers both ambient and chilled warehousing?

Quality and hygiene should always come first. Food and drink products need facilities that meet recognised standards such as BRCGS or ISO and have strong cleaning and temperature control processes.

FLOX helps you find logistics partners that already meet these requirements. We only work with providers who can demonstrate the right accreditations and reliable service records. This means you can connect with trusted operators through one platform, without needing to vet every provider yourself.

Our demand fluctuates seasonally. How can scalable logistics help us manage costs without compromising on quality?

When demand changes throughout the year, flexible logistics make it easier to manage costs. FLOX connects you with partners who can offer short-term or variable capacity, so you only pay for the space you need.

This keeps your storage and transport setup efficient while maintaining product quality. With the right partners in place, you can adapt quickly to peaks and quieter periods without overcommitting to long-term contracts.

When are temporary cold solutions a better option than investing in permanent chilled warehousing expansion?

If you face short-term demand or one-off projects, temporary cold storage is often more practical than building new facilities. FLOX helps you find trusted providers who can supply compliant, temporary chilled capacity when you need it.

It’s a flexible option that lets you handle extra volume during busy periods or product launches, without the ongoing cost or risk of permanent expansion.

How does an integrated approach to ambient and chilled warehousing strengthen overall food supply chain management?

Managing both ambient and chilled goods can be complicated. FLOX makes it easier by connecting you to reliable partners across both temperature types, through one point of contact.

This joined-up approach reduces complexity, improves coordination and keeps products moving smoothly between different storage environments.

What role does FLOX’s technology play in managing a scalable logistics operation that includes both chilled and ambient storage?

FLOX’s platform helps you find, connect and manage logistics providers in one place. Instead of juggling multiple systems or contacts, you can track your providers, capacity and performance through a single view.

Our technology supports better coordination and helps ensure your chosen partners are delivering on quality, timing and compliance expectations.

How can 3PLs ensure product integrity across the entire supply chain, from chilled warehousing to final delivery?

Product integrity depends on clear standards and good communication. FLOX connects you with 3PLs that maintain proper temperature control and handling practices, and we make it easy to check that those standards are being met.

With trusted partners in place, you can be confident that products stay safe and compliant throughout their journey from storage to delivery.

How can a provider offer a competitive advantage by mastering both ambient and chilled warehousing?

Working with a provider that understands both temperature types can make your logistics simpler and more cost-effective. FLOX helps you find partners who can manage both, so you get better coordination and fewer handoffs between suppliers.

That means less admin for you and more consistent service for your customers.

What specific risks can a logistics partner help mitigate within our food and drink supply chain?

Good logistics partners help reduce the risk of spoilage, delays and compliance issues. FLOX connects you with accredited providers that follow the right processes and maintain reliable standards.

By choosing the right mix of partners through FLOX, you can keep operations steady even when challenges arise—protecting both product quality and supply continuity.

As a buyer, how do I evaluate the ROI of an integrated logistics partner versus using multiple separate vendors?

An integrated setup usually saves time and reduces errors. FLOX makes it easier to see your total logistics picture by bringing multiple providers into one managed network.

This can lower admin effort, improve visibility and help you make quicker decisions about capacity and cost. The result is a simpler, more transparent way to manage logistics without needing to run it all yourself.

How can a logistics provider help achieve a company's sustainability and compliance goals?

Many of FLOX’s partners operate energy-efficient, accredited facilities and follow clear environmental standards. By choosing the right providers through FLOX, you can support your sustainability and compliance goals while keeping logistics practical and reliable.

We make it easier to connect with operators who share your values and meet the necessary food safety and environmental requirements.

 

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