Chilled products

Preserving quality starts with controlled chilled transport

In chilled transport, everything revolves around control. As a producer, you want to be certain that your dairy, meat products, or ready-made meals arrive safely and fresh at their destination. We ensure that your products arrive from the production location at the right temperature and without delay. Fast, smart, and reliable.

Smart and reliable chilled transport

Temperature-controlled transport

Elke trailer meet continu de temperatuur, van vertrek tot levering.

Daily chilled routes

From production centers to stores. Active daily in the Benelux, and weekly in 15+ European countries.

Consolidation and efficiency

We consolidate shipments smartly, keeping them chilled, fast, and cost-efficient.

From local production to European shelves

With ten locations in the Netherlands and a European network of 270 branches, we are always close by. We smartly consolidate chilled shipments with ambient products in a single sustainable transport network. Through our daily groupage routes in the Benelux and 15 other European countries, your products arrive on time, whether you’re sending a single pallet or full truckloads. With a single point of contact, visibility through the customer portal, and guaranteed temperature stability, you maintain control over every link in the chain.

About STEF

Always up-to-date status visibility and complete temperature control

Track & trace

You can track your shipment from departure to delivery. Thanks to our track & trace, you know exactly where your products are, which route they are taking, and the temperature zone they are traveling in.

Integrated IT Systems

We connect transport, storage, and order processing through a single smart system. All key data, from temperatures to delivery times, is automatically recorded.

Customer portal

Through our customer portal, you always have access to all your transport information. You can see at a glance where your shipment is and when the delivery is scheduled. Reports and historical data are also immediately available.

Moving forward sustainably together

With the Moving Green program, we actively reduce our CO₂ emissions, promote rail transport, and make sustainability transparent for our customers.

30% less emissions by 2030
We make our fleet more sustainable with clean vehicles and smart route choices, and increasingly choose rail transport.
100% clean energy in buildings by 2025
We switch to low-CO₂ energy and make our locations structurally more energy-efficient.
Greening together with partners
We involve our subcontractors in sustainable choices and encourage responsible practices.
Raising awareness within the team
We train our staff and promote sustainable behavior daily, from planners to drivers.

We ensure your chilled products arrive safely at their destination and provide guidance on every link in the supply chain.

Frequently asked questions

What types of chilled products can I transport with STEF?

STEF transports a wide range of chilled food products, such as dairy, cold cuts, ready meals, desserts, beverages, and other fresh goods. Thanks to our network for temperature-controlled transport in the Netherlands and Europe, all these products remain at the right temperature from producer to distribution point.

How does STEF guarantee the quality of chilled products during transport and storage?

Quality starts with temperature consistency. Our trucks and storage locations are equipped with temperature-controlled transport systems to ensure the cold chain is never interrupted. Real-time monitoring and strict food safety standards guarantee that every product arrives in top condition.

Does STEF also provide chilled storage and distribution?

Yes, in addition to transport, STEF also provides chilled storage and distribution. Our warehouses have several temperature zones, allowing us to store and distribute every product type under optimal conditions. This maintains product quality from storage to delivery.

How does STEF make chilled transport more sustainable?

We are strongly committed to sustainable chilled transport. Through smart route planning, the consolidation of goods flows, and the use of electric and Euro 6 vehicles, we reduce CO₂ emissions. This way, we combine efficiency with care for the environment. Read more about our Moving Green programme.

Can STEF also handle international deliveries of chilled products?

Absolutely. With daily departures and a large European network, STEF offers reliable chilled transport for the food industry. Your products reach retailers, wholesalers, and foodservice clients across Europe under perfect temperature conditions.