MEDLOG unveils latest U.S. investment

MEDLOG officially opened a state-of-the-art cold chain logistics facility in Savannah, Georgia. The new facility will span more than 300,000 square feet and has the largest blast freezing capacity in the United States at three million pounds per 24-hour period. Designed to expand the global reach of protein suppliers from across the U.S., the facility is expected to create more than 100 jobs and contribute an economic impact of $65 million in the state of Georgia.

“This latest investment will greatly benefit the region and the Port of Savannah, one of the fastest growing ports in the world. True to our values, MEDLOG continuously invests in strategic assets that improve efficiency and global market access for our customers. This "Crown Jewel of the Cold Storage Industry" demonstrates our commitment to our customers, our attention to their unique needs, and support for the communities in which we operate,” said Michael Burton, President of MEDLOG USA.

Engineered to handle both frozen and chilled cargo, the cold chain facility has the capacity to store nearly 20,000 freezer and cooler pallets, significantly expanding MEDLOG’s comprehensive cold storage solutions for the meat industry. Designed for maximum flexibility, it features convertible storage zones that can be adapted to meet evolving cargo needs, including varying temperature requirements ranging from –20°F to +40°F to accommodate perishable goods. The facility has the largest blast freezing capacity in the U.S., allowing suppliers to ship up to three million pounds of raw protein for rapid freezing and export within a 24-hour period, making it three times as efficient as the 72-hour industry standard.

Built to support rail cargo for inland distribution and equipped with 42 loading docks designed to handle high volumes of imports and exports, the facility provides true multimodal transportation solutions. Its proximity to the Port of Savannah, one of the most connected ports in the nation, enables seamless access to international markets, reinforcing its role as a strategic logistics hub for suppliers across the Southeast and as far as the Midwest.

“MEDLOG is a committed partner to America’s success, expanding our footprint to better connect U.S. customers to rapidly growing markets. Today’s investment is the latest in a series of strategic infrastructure projects across the U.S. that enhance our unique ability to serve supply chain requirements. Combined with the world’s largest ocean liner, MEDLOG’s cold chain integrity and rapidly expanding multimodal transportation solutions are unrivaled. Together, we are creating a logistics ecosystem that provides U.S. exporters a global competitive advantage, strengthens supply chains, and drives economic growth,” added Giuseppe Prudente, Chairman of MEDLOG.

The facility is the latest infrastructure project completed as part of more than a billion dollars in strategic infrastructure investment planned by MEDLOG in the U.S. This is in addition to our 45 existing U.S. locations, over 1,800 operated trucks, 750,000 annual containers moves, and more than 2,000 chassis. In total, MEDLOG has invested over $200 million in the U.S. since 2022, further enhancing the company’s North American capabilities by expanding service offerings and reach.

MSC’s presence in the U.S. extends beyond MEDLOG’s direct spend and job creation. Today, MSC’s economic and social impact accounts for 120,000 indirect jobs, nearly $10 billion in wages and benefits, and more than $14 billion in economic activity.