Girteka Logistics Business Appoint New CEO

Effective April 7th, Nikolay Pargov has been appointed CEO of Girteka logistics business (currently named Girteka Europe West UAB). He’ll continue to focus on growth of the logistics business, driving commercial and operational excellence, enhancing efficiency, and creating value for all stakeholders.

“With a strong and committed team, we’re well-positioned to deliver outstanding service and reliability to our customers,” says Nikolay. “I’m honored by the trust placed in me and look forward to continuing our mission of being Europe’s leading provider of temperature-controlled and high-care cargo transportation.”

Pargov joined the company in September 2024. He brought over 20 years of experience in logistics, having worked with companies such as DHL, C.H. Robinson Europe, and Transporeon.

New Name Reflects Strategic Focus

To better reflect the core of its business, Girteka Europe West UAB will officially become Girteka Logistics UAB as of the 2nd of May.

“The name “Girteka Europe West” no longer reflects the essence of our business and how we are structured today. “Girteka Logistics” better aligns with our core business and future direction – delivering operational excellence and driving growth in logistics,” says Edvardas Liachovičius, Girteka Group CEO.

Business Structure of Girteka Group

Girteka Group operates through main business areas. Girteka Logistics specializes in temperature-controlled and high-care cargo transportation across Europe. TNDM Trucking delivers dedicated fleet services tailored to customers. ClassTrucks ensures supply, management and sale of trucks and trailers, supporting efficient transport asset management. Girteka Group also owns Thermo-Transit which provides logistics services in fresh fish, food, and beverages delivery to and from Scandinavia.

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Seafrigo expands in Nordics

Seafrigo, the cold chain logistics expert, specialising in food logistics has officially inaugurated its fifth warehouse in Sweden, marking a significant expansion of its operations in the Nordic region. The new 10,000-square-metre facility, located in Katrineholm, southwest of Stockholm, boasts 30,000 pallet positions and will enable Seafrigo to further enhance a range of its services in the region.

The grand opening was conducted by Seafrigo President and Founder, Eric Barbé, alongside Group CEO, Bruno Plantaz, and Chief Projects Officer, Stéphane Desseigne. They were joined by Seafrigo Nordics Directors Peter Jönsson and Magnus Mohlin, along with customers and local councillors, for a tour of the state-of-the-art facility.

Seafrigo specializes in the storage and handling of foodstuffs across four temperature zones, ranging from frozen to controlled ambient conditions. The company’s Nordic operations are headquartered in Helsingborg, a facility that opened in 2018. Across the Nordics, Seafrigo handles 3,000 specialist pallets daily and conducts 600 tonnes of blast-freezing of meat per week. The new Katrineholm site alone has the capacity to handle 100 tonnes of blast-freezing every week, reinforcing Seafrigo’s commitment to providing premium, specialist logistics solutions.

Built to the highest environmental standards, the Katrineholm facility is Miljöbyggnad Silver certified, in accordance with Sweden’s stringent environmental building certification system. Additionally, Seafrigo operates fully electric trucks in the region, eliminating the use of diesel and further reducing the company’s carbon footprint.

Seafrigo Sweden is a key player in the protein logistics sector, handling beef, pork, and poultry. The company receives daily deliveries directly from slaughterhouses, blast-freezing products from +2°C to -18°C in preparation for export. The principal export markets for Seafrigo’s frozen products include Asia and Africa. The company also provides storage for meat before distribution to Swedish retailers.

With a robust infrastructure in place, Seafrigo ensures that 80% of the Nordic region receives overnight deliveries for products destined for local distribution.

“This new development enables us to further enhance Seafrigo’s extensive service offering across the Nordics and ensures we can better serve our customers’ precise, specialist needs,” said Managing Director Peter Jönsson. “Located close to major retailers’ national distribution centres, we can meet and exceed their requirements while maintaining our commitment to sustainability.”

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New Carbon-Neutral Headquarters in Warrington

The John K Philips Group, a leading logistics company, has announced the relocation of its headquarters to a state-of-the-art, carbon-neutral facility in Warrington. The new site, covering 135,000 square feet, reflects the company’s commitment to sustainability and is equipped with cutting-edge eco-friendly features. These include solar panels, electric-powered equipment, and advanced LED lighting systems, all of which contribute to reducing the company’s carbon footprint.

The facility, named Solar 120, boasts BREEAM ‘Excellent’ certification, demonstrating its compliance with the highest sustainability standards. The move is a significant step in the company’s strategy to align with global sustainability goals. Solar 120 incorporates a range of energy-efficient technologies, such as air-source heat pumps and electric forklifts, reducing energy consumption and operating costs.

In addition to its environmental focus, the new headquarters positions John K Philips Group to support its continued growth. With the company experiencing a consistent 15% year-on-year increase in business, the expanded capacity of the new facility is designed to cater to this growing demand. The company also has plans to further green its logistics operations by transitioning to electric vehicles, which will support its customers in achieving carbon reductions across supply chains.

The relocation not only underscores John K Philips’ dedication to reducing environmental impact but also highlights its commitment to operational efficiency and future-proofing its services. With plans for continued investment in green technologies, the company aims to maintain its leadership in sustainable logistics solutions.

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