Driving the future of cold chain logistics in Romania
The landscape of cold chain logistics in Romania is set for a significant transformation with the launch of Carmolimp Lockers, the country's inaugural network of refrigerated and frozen lockers. This pioneering project by the Carmolimp Group is specifically designed for the secure and efficient delivery of perishable food items, addressing a crucial need in the evolving e-commerce and food delivery sectors. For businesses involved in distribution, retail, or those with extensive premises, this new infrastructure presents both a logistical solution and a potential investment avenue.
A hybrid partnership model for business growth and passive income
Carmolimp Lockers operates on an innovative hybrid partnership model, inviting both individuals and corporate entities to become partners. Investors acquire the locker units, while Carmolimp manages the entire operational spectrum, including maintenance, logistics flows, and customer service. This model allows companies with suitable properties to host these advanced locker systems, generating a stable, passive income. The system offers guaranteed passive income in the initial 7.6-15 months, followed by a fixed guaranteed income for the first year, and then a per-package payment ranging from 1.60 to 2 euros, depending on the location. This makes it an attractive proposition for businesses looking to diversify their revenue streams or optimize underutilized commercial space.
Key features and investment details for businesses
The Carmolimp locker systems are fully automated, ensuring optimal temperature control for a wide array of food products, from fresh produce to frozen goods. Consumers benefit from 24/7 access to their orders without direct interaction, enhancing convenience and safety. For business partners, the system requires minimal intervention, as maintenance and supply are centrally managed by Carmolimp. Investment in a 10-cell system starts from 7,000 euros, while an extended 24-cell system requires an investment of 10,000 euros. These units can be strategically placed in various locations, including residential areas, commercial spaces, institutions, or high-footfall pedestrian zones, offering flexibility for businesses to integrate them into their existing properties or new developments.
Strategic placement and market impact for commercial properties
The adaptability of Carmolimp Lockers to both urban and rural environments makes them ideal for various commercial property types. Businesses owning office complexes, retail centers, or industrial parks can leverage their existing land to host these lockers, providing an invaluable amenity for tenants and customers while simultaneously generating revenue. This infrastructure is not just a delivery point; it’s a strategic asset that can enhance the appeal of a location, improve last-mile efficiency for food businesses, and cater to the growing demand for convenient, temperature-controlled pickups in a world increasingly reliant on online ordering.
About Carmolimp: a legacy of excellence in Romanian industry
Carmolimp, a 100% Romanian-owned company, boasts over three decades of experience in the food processing and HoReCa industries. As the owner of the largest integrated cooked food factory and a principal supplier of fresh, non-frozen prepared meals to Romania's HoReCa sector, Carmolimp brings extensive expertise and reliability to this new venture. Their deep understanding of food logistics and quality control underpins the robustness and efficiency of the Carmolimp Lockers network, assuring partners of a well-supported and professionally managed investment.
Source: revistaprogresiv.ro
