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BFFF Launches Transport Support Platform.

  • Editorial Team
  • March 27, 2020
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The British Frozen Food Federation has launched a Transport Support Platform, to match unused temperature-controlled vehicles with food manufacturers looking to launch food delivery services or simply get product to retailers.

The move is primarily designed to support hard-pressed food producers who supply the Out of Home market and have seen customers disappear overnight. Many are now looking to supply food direct to consumers.

At the same time, many small fleet operators, such as couriers and smaller delivered wholesale businesses have vehicles sitting doing nothing, as they too have seen a drop in orders.

Richard Harrow, chief executive of the BFFF said:

“In these difficult times we are seeing some parts of the industry having to take vehicles off the road as they see a reduction in demand for products. Whilst other parts of the industry have seen greater demand for wheels to keep the food chain moving.

He added:

“This is a move that should help get more food moving through the system and help haulage and courier companies make use of vehicles that are standing idle in their yards. So, if you have idle vehicles, please support this initiative so we can try and fill gaps in demand in the supply chain.”

Companies can sign-up on the BFFF website at: http://bfff.co.uk/the-transport-support-platform/.

The Platform follows on the heels of last week’s BFFF launch of a ‘dating’ service to match foodservice food manufacturers with grocery retailers who are experiencing a huge surge in demand. So far almost 100 companies have signed-up.

About the British Frozen Food Federation

BFFF is the leading trade association for the frozen food sector. Its mission is to promote and protect the interests of the frozen food industry. Members cover the whole of the entire cold chain of supply. The federation campaigns with its members to educate, promote and inform consumers, retailers and the foodservice sector about the value of frozen food.

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