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Thomsun Mercantile & Marine opens advanced cold storage facility in JAFZA
The facility features advanced technology, high energy efficiency, and robust logistics integration to ensure optimal preservation and seamless distribution
- PUBLISHED: Fri 15 Aug 2025, 8:01 AM
Thomsun Mercantile & Marine LLC, a trusted name in logistics for over 30 years, has announced the inauguration of its cutting-edge cold and temperature-controlled storage facility in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA). This strategic expansion strengthens the company’s ability to serve both local and global supply chains with unmatched speed, precision, and reliability.
Operating in JAFZA for more than three decades, Thomsun Mercantile & Marine LLC has built a solid reputation for reliability, efficiency, and customer focus, consistently evolving to meet the changing demands of the market. The new facility represents the latest milestone in this journey, purpose-built to safeguard the integrity of temperature-sensitive products.
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Facility Highlights:
Frozen Storage Chambers: Mobile racking at -18°C, accommodating approximately 15,000 cubic meters of storage.
Temperature-Controlled Multi-Tier Racking (VNA): Maintained at +18°C, offering about 45,000 cubic meters of capacity.
Dual-Temperature Flexibility: Adjustable storage conditions to match specific cargo requirements.
With the addition of this facility, Thomsun Mercantile & Marine LLC now operates a total storage capacity of approximately 120,000 cubic meters across its JAFZA operations.
Beyond Storage — A Full-Service Logistics Partner
The facility is designed as more than just a warehouse; it is a comprehensive logistics platform offering:
End-to-end supply chain services, including packing, labeling, inventory management, and freight forwarding (air, sea, and land).
Temperature-controlled transportation with door-to-door delivery.
Customs clearance and documentation for smooth, compliant operations.
24/7 security with trained personnel, advanced CCTV systems, 16 ramps with reefer plug-in points, and 16 docks for efficient handling.
“This new facility is a testament to our commitment to innovation and customer success,” said K.V. Thomas, Managing Director at Thomsun Group. “We see it as a platform for partnership — one that safeguards product quality, optimises logistics, and creates real value for our clients.”
With the expansion of this facility that now spans over a combined space of 50,000 square meters, Thomsun Mercantile & Marine LLC has positioned itself at the forefront of cutting-edge innovation in the logistics division in the region.