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Jun. 2010
Zhongpin Inc. has begun
constructing a new cold-chain distribution center in Changge,
Henan province, China. The new complex will include a 25,000
square meter multi-temperature hybrid refrigeration facility,
quality-assurance centers, a fresh food processing and sorting
plant and other associated operations. It will also be
integrated into Zhongpin's advanced information technology
system.
Zhongpin will spend about $16.2
million on the new center, which should be completed and begin
production in December 2010. The expected payback period for the
new center is 5.8 years.
"Combined with our other distribution centers, this new
cold-chain center will strengthen our advantage as the only
supplier in China that distributes 100% of its food by using an
advanced cold-chain logistics system,” said Xianfu Zhu, chairman
and chief executive officer. “With all of our distribution
centers, plus our 500-plus refrigerated delivery trucks that are
equipped with G.P.S. and automatic temperature control systems,
we will continue to provide chilled pork and fresh food to our
customers with the highest quality and safety.”
More than 70% of the capacity in the new distribution center is
expected to be used to provide services to third-party
organizations, with Zhongpin using about 30% of the center's
capacity.
Zhongpin Inc. is a meat and food
processing company specializing in pork and pork products,
vegetables and fruits in China. Its distribution network in
China covers 20 provinces plus Beijing, Shanghai, Tianjin, and
Chongqing and includes more than 3,000 retail outlets. The
company’s export markets include the European Union and
Southeast Asia. |
