GCCA European Cold Chain Connection – Paris

Join us for the next European Cold Chain Connection, 13 November 2025 in Paris, France.

The Cold Chain Connection is a regional event designed for professionals working in the temperature-controlled supply chain – warehousing, logistics, transportation, design/build, food, retail and pharma. The event provides unique opportunities to learn about sector trends, promote cold chain standards and network.

This Connection, hosted at the Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel Hotel, will focus on the latest trends and opportunities in the French and European cold chain markets. It will also be held in conjunction with the GCCA Warehouse Council Meeting.

Programme

This schedule is subject to change. 

13 November 

15:30 | Registration & Networking

16:00 | Cold Chain Workshop: Agri-food Market Investments & Outlook for Cold Chain Logistics

What will the next decade hold for the global agri-food and logistics industries? Gain critical insights from leading experts as they unveil the latest projections and investment trends shaping our future.

Join us for an exclusive presentation where you will discover:

10-Year Market Forecast: Hear Edith Laget of the OECD present the results of OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook, assessing the ten-year prospects for commodity and fish markets on a global, regional, and national scale.

Key Consumption Drivers: Understand the major trends influencing the market, including the rising consumption of animal-source foods driven by growing, affluent, and urbanized populations in middle-income countries.

Logistics & Investment Opportunities: Learn from Matteo Iagatti, Senior Agro-Economist at Expert Farmer, about the forces driving investments in large-scale fresh produce farming and the growth opportunities this creates for European and global logistics chains.

17:00 | Panel Discussion: Driving Resilience and Innovation in Food Systems

Marco Duran, Policy & Partnerships, International Institute of Refrigeration

Chris Hegadorn, Adjunct Professor of Global Food Politics, SciencesPo Paris

Shane Brennan, SVP for Strategy, Partnerships and Policy, GCCA

Cold Chain, Decarbonisation, and Policy Outlook. As the global food system faces mounting pressures, from climate change to geopolitical disruptions, decarbonisation and innovation in refrigeration are emerging as critical leavers for transformation. Advances in cold chain logistics not only support sustainability goals but also play a pivotal role in enhancing food security and reducing post-harvest losses.

The resilience of food supply chains has come under intense scrutiny in recent years. Drawing on recent collaborations with European Commission and other stakeholders, we’ve gained valuable insights into stress-testing methodologies that assess vulnerabilities across the supply chain. These learnings are shaping how we prepare for suture shocks and ensure continuity in food access.

Looking ahead, the panel will explore the evolving policy and technology landscape, identifying opportunities for investment, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration. Together with fellow experts, we’ll examine how strategic cold chain development and forward-looking regulation can unlock new growth while safeguarding food systems for the future.

18:30 | Dining Reception

Registration

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

• GCCA Logistics Members (warehouse and transportation) – €0
• Non-member logistics professionals – €99
• GCCA Supplier/Construction Members – * €499
• Non-member supplier/construction professionals – €999

Not a member yet? Contact Julie Hanson

* GCCA associate and CEBA members may also sponsor the event; sponsorship includes free registration, it is available for members only – learn more below.

Sponsor Cold Chain Connection Paris

Cold Chain Connections deliver a dynamic experience, bringing together small groups (30-100+) of professionals in key cities around Europe for focused, high-quality discussions, networking, and education.

Benefits of sponsoring include:

• Logo recognition on event website and in all event-related communications, including social media publications before, during, and after event
• Brand exposure at event
• Direct access to a qualified audience of potential customers
• Unique insight into the trends and challenges pertaining to temperature-controlled logistics
• Ability to participate in industry discussions and meet with participating operators
• Display banner at event
• Leaflets, brochures and giveaways at event
• One registration for the event

Cancellation Policy

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

Venue

Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel Hotel

18 Avenue De Suffren, 22 Rue Jean Rey Entrée Au, 75015 Paris, France

Phone: +33 1 44 38 56 00