GCCA Cold Chain Connection – Guatemala

Join us for the Latin America Cold Chain Connection, October 29, 2025 in Guatemala City, Guatemala

The Cold Chain Connection is a regional event designed to bring together professionals working in the temperature-controlled sector – warehouse, logistics, transportation, food, supply chain, and design/build industries to network, build relationships, and address industry and business issues in an engaging and informal setting. These events are open to both members and non-members.

Attend

This event is specifically designed for temperature-controlled supply chain professionals and logistics operators – warehousing, all-mean transportation, and supply chain professionals. GCCA Associate members and CEBA members can register for a fee or attend as a sponsor (read more below).

Program

• 10:00 am – 10:30 am | Welcome Coffee
• 10:30 am. – 11:00 am | Welcome Words and GCCA Updates
  Adam Thocher, Senior Vice President, Global Programs & Insights
• 11:00 am – 12:30 pm | Discussion Panel: “Growth Prospects for the Perishable Food Industry” 
  • This panel will present the current state, trends, and development opportunities of the cold chain in the region, highlighting the growth of perishable food consumption, the role of refrigerated and frozen warehouses, and the potential of the cold chain as a driver of economic growth.
  • Panelists
    Liliana Barrera – Warehouse Manager, Cargill / Representative of Gremial de Alimentos y Bebidas de Guatemala
    Andre Cruz – Cold Chain Guatemala, Maersk
    Abel Fernández – Director, Logistics Business RICSA (Polar Port, Veracruz / Frío Maya, Guatemala)
    Jaime L. Morales – Business Unit Head Guatemala, Emergent Cold LatAm
• 12:30 – 2:30 pm | Networking Lunch

Registration

This event is open to both members and non-members.

Cancellations made after October 20th are subject to a $40 registration fee, payable by credit card. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after October 20th, however, you may be able to substitute an attendee at no additional cost.  For questions or requests, please call +1 703 373 4300 or email@gcca.org.

Venue

InterContinental Real Guatemala by IHG

Located in vibrant Zona Viva, 6.5 km from the airport, the Real InterContinental is in the heart of the entertainment and business district. Enjoy our dining gallery with five restaurants: The Market, Tanoshii, Saint Honoré, Maya Lounge, and Picasso, plus the new rooftop bar Blu with panoramic views. Relax in spacious rooms and rejuvenate in our spa. From our fitness center to rooftop pool, experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure in Guatemala City.

Sponsor Cold Chain Connection Guatemala 

Benefits of sponsoring include:

• Sponsor recognition on our website and event invitations
• Logo in the event area.
• Invitation for 1 participant to the event.

Sponsorship is available to GCCA and CEBA members only. Interested in sponsoring or joining? Contact Ana Regina García

Cancellation Policy

Please refer to the GCCA Event Cancellation Policy and Code of Conduct here.