NewCold expands Nordic network with second high-tech cold storage facility in Sweden

Flen, Sweden – October 6, 2025. NewCold, a global leader in automated cold storage logistics, has announced the construction on its latest state-of-the-art facility in Flen, Sweden. This will be the company’s second warehouse in the country, following the success of its first Nordic site in Helsingborg, which has been in operation since 2015 and offers 71,000 pallet positions.

The new Flen warehouse is a key milestone in NewCold’s broader Nordic expansion plan. Strategically located in the heart of Sweden, Flen offers an ideal central logistics position. Thereby enabling efficient national distribution and strengthened connections to key markets across the region.

The high-bay warehouse will feature a 42-meter-tall automated storage and retrieval system, automatic trailer unloading and a total capacity of 56,000 pallet positions. As with all NewCold sites, the Flen facility will be equipped with cutting-edge technology designed to deliver maximum energy efficiency, product safety, and reliability for its customers.

The development will also bring new employment opportunities to the local community, contributing to economic growth in the region.

“We are proud to expand our presence in Sweden with the launch of our Flen project,” said Fredrik Lessig, Country Manager Sweden. “This location is strategically positioned in the country’s logistics network, offering our customers unparalleled access to Sweden’s major population centers and beyond. Flen will strengthen our ability to serve the growing needs of the Nordic market while staying true to our mission of delivering innovative, sustainable cold storage solutions.”

The Flen site represents the latest step in NewCold’s commitment to expanding its global reach, with the Nordic region playing a vital role in serving leading food companies and their supply chains.

About NewCold:

NewCold, the world’s third-largest refrigerated food logistics provider, offers advanced temperature-controlled supply chain solutions. With 26 state-of-the-art, highly automated, and energy-efficient warehouses across three continents, NewCold offers a combined capacity of more than 2 million pallet positions. With a growing transport fleet, NewCold provides end-to-end supply chain solutions to leading food companies powered by proprietary technology and backed by a team of 3,000 people from over 40 cultures.