Major Group SIC 4222 - Refrigerated Warehousing And Storage

SIC 4222 - Refrigerated Warehousing And Storage

SIC 42 - Motor Freight Transportation And Warehousing
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- SIC 422 - Public Warehousing And Storage
  SIC 421 - Trucking And Courier Services, Except Air SIC 422 - Public Warehousing And Storage SIC 423 - Terminal And Joint Terminal Maintenance
  - SIC 4222 - Refrigerated Warehousing And Storage
    SIC 4221 - Farm Product Warehousing And Storage SIC 4222 - Refrigerated Warehousing And Storage SIC 4225 - General Warehousing And Storage SIC 4226 - Special Warehousing And Storage, Not Elsewhere Classified

Establishments primarily engaged in the warehousing and storage of perishable goods under refrigeration. The establishments may also rent locker space for the storage of food products for individual households and provide incidental services for processing, preparing, or packaging such food for storage. Establishments primarily selling frozen foods for home freezers (freezer and locker meat provisioners) are classified in Retail Trade, Industry 5421.

Industry trends:

The refrigerated warehousing and storage industry, classified under SIC 4222, is experiencing several key qualitative trends shaped by technological advancements, consumer behavior shifts, and regulatory changes. One major trend is the increased adoption of advanced automation and robotics within facilities to enhance efficiency and reduce labor costs. As labor shortages continue to challenge the sector, technologies such as automated guided vehicles and AI-driven inventory management systems are becoming essential to maintain competitive advantage.

Another significant trend is the emphasis on sustainability and reducing environmental impact, spurred by growing consumer demand for eco-friendly practices and tighter environmental regulations. Companies are investing in energy-efficient refrigeration systems, utilizing renewable energy sources, and adopting sustainable building designs to lower carbon footprints and operational costs.

Additionally, there's a heightened focus on supply chain transparency and traceability. With consumer preferences rapidly evolving and the demand for fresh products increasing, refrigerated warehousing providers are enhancing their ability to track and manage products from origin to end consumers, ensuring compliance and quality maintenance throughout the supply chain.

Looking at near-term forecasts, the industry is expected to see continued growth driven by the e-commerce boom, particularly in the fresh food and pharmaceuticals sectors. As online grocery shopping becomes more prevalent, the demand for refrigerated storage capabilities will expand. Furthermore, technological innovations will continue to disrupt and reshape operational models, requiring ongoing investment in digital infrastructure and cold chain solutions to meet changing market demands.

This industry is comprised of:

Cheese warehouses

Cold storage locker rental

Food lockers, rental

Frozen food locker rental

Storage, frozen or refrigerated goods

Warehousing, cold storage or refrigerated

Explore related industries:

SIC 3632 - Household Refrigerators And Home And Farm Freezers SIC 5142 - Packaged Frozen Foods SIC 5421 - Meat And Fish (seafood) Markets, Including Freezer Provisioners

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