msc.com/reefer INTERNATIONAL REEFER CARGO SERVICES

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1 msc.com/reefer INTERNATIONAL REEFER CARGO SERVICES

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3 A FAMILY COMPANY CARING FOR YOUR BUSINESS RELY ON OUR EXPERTS FOR YOUR CARGO CARING FOR YOUR CARGO FROM PICK-UP TO DELIVERY INVESTING IN TECHNOLOGY FOR AN UNINTERRUPTED COLD CHAIN TAKING YOUR CARGO ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD

4 510 VESSELS 200 ROUTES 500 PORTS OF CALL 20 MILLION TEU CARRIED ANNUALLY 155 COUNTRIES 480 OFFICES 70,000 MSC GROUP EMPLOYEES 4

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7 KEY CONSIDERATIONS WHEN PREPARING FOR A REFRIGERATED SHIPMENT Pre-cooling cargo should be pre-cooled to the required temperature before being stuffed into the reefer container Additional setting requirements such as dehumidification control, fresh air ventilation and controlled/modified atmosphere, if necessary Maximum shelf life and transport time Required documentation, legal restrictions and other rules and regulations Volume and weight of the goods General stowage instructions Optimum packaging material and cartons for perishable cargo BEFORE AND DURING STUFFING CUSTOMERS SHOULD ENSURE: Temperature, ventilation and dehumidification are set correctly The unit temperature is not programmed below the set point required; this will not help to decrease the temperature faster The goods have correct transport-temperature and condition Cargo is never stowed above the red line Cargo is lashed and secured properly Payload does not exceed the maximum allowed for the container, considering the cargo and the stowage material weight Gross weight of the container does not exceed limits imposed by transit countries The container floor is covered in order to avoid short circuiting of the refrigerated air (e.g. with pallets, cardboard or any filler material) Not to stuff cargo beyond the end of the T-bar floor (T-floor); the T-floor is made of aluminium and designed to optimise the airflow in the container Not to plug channels at the end of the T-floor That the cooling machinery is never functioning with open doors During stowage, the Genset should be OFF to prevent exhaust gases from reaching the cargo area REEFER CARGO SERVICES 9

8 CARING FOR YOUR CARGO FROM PICK-UP TO DELIVERY Over the past 45 years, MSC has gone beyond the port, developing an integrated network of road and rail solutions across the world, connecting remote areas and expanding inland infrastructures. We offer door-to-door solutions and, with the support of MEDLOG, our logistics arm, we provide cargo-related businesses including depots and logistics services such as warehouses (incl. refrigerated ones) and maintenance & repair of containers (M&R), contributing to the development of shipping related industries. We keep investing in the latest reefer technologies to ensure we offer our customers the optimal transport conditions for their perishable cargo. While reefer containers are on board our vessels or in a port, they are always plugged to a constant power source. Whilst the containers are in transit over land, MSC can provide a Genset portable diesel generator that will provide the necessary power to keep the container operating at the required temperature. Our reefer units are available in both 20ft and 40ft high cube; both of which are controlled through an integrated microprocessor and are capable of fresh air adjustment, dehumidification, CFC-free insulation (ensuring minimum temperature loss) and cooling/heating machinery of the highest quality. In addition, our reefer containers are fitted with software programmed to display specific alarm codes should a malfunction be detected. Our fully trained engineers are immediately notified and can attend to the unit directly, thus ensuring the quality of the product is not compromised. When transporting perishable cargoes, MSC takes the necessary precautions to maintain the optimum conditions for your cargo. This helps our customers meet the relevant regulatory requirements and retain the sale value of their cargo at its destination. When stuffing a reefer container it is important to consider the commodity type and packaging being used. This will help to identify the best stuffing pattern for your cargo. As a general rule, pre-cooled frozen cargoes only require free flowing air to circulate around the product, whereas chilled commodities such as fresh fruit and vegetables require air to flow through the cargo. This is because chilled products produce respiratory heat which needs to be removed to avoid damage to cargo due to temperature change. 10

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11 FROZEN CARGO CHILLED CARGO When transporting frozen products (e.g. meat, fish, ice cream, etc.), it is crucial that cargo inside the container forms a solid block without spaces between boxes and the walls of the unit. This allows air to freely circulate evenly around the load, maintaining a steady temperature for your goods. Important factors to consider when transporting frozen products are: The cargo must be pre-frozen to the correct temperature Maximum load height should never exceed the red load line of the container Ventilation of the container must always remain closed and humidity off Packaging must be able to resist moisture and allow for a vertical flow through boxes to maintain the desired temperature With chilled cargo (e.g. fruit, vegetables, etc.), everything from collection from the field, movement to warehouse and pre-treatment handling/packaging through to distribution requires the highest level of care so that their size, freshness, firmness, texture, colour, flavour, aroma and chemical balance are not compromised in transit. There are three key heat factors that have an impact on the temperature of products during transportation: Outside temperatures entering the container during load and unload periods The temperature of the product itself prior to loading The ventilation set according to the cargo requirements As a result, it is important that goods are pre-cooled ahead of transportation to achieve optimal temperature levels before they are loaded into a container. This will reduce the impact of outside temperatures on your valuable products during the transportation period. REEFER CARGO SERVICES 13

12 Perishable goods require specific temperature control to maintain their quality to their final destination. At MSC, we follow highly standardised control procedures to optimise the cooling process. COLD TREATMENT CONTROLLED ATMOSPHERE (CA) Cold treatment is a procedure to eliminate pests in fresh fruit and avoid spreading them to other locations. The process lowers the fruit pulp temperature and maintains it during a specific period of time. Predetermined protocols vary depending on the country of origin, the type of commodity and the country of destination. MSC s reefer equipment monitors temperature readings through three probes (or sensors) placed in the core of the fruit during the voyage and at terminals. Once the cold treatment is successfully completed during the voyage, MSC informs the shipper immediately and the set point temperature can be increased to a new level. It is imperative to pre-cool the fruit at the requested temperature for the cold treatment before stuffing the container. CA is an active/passive process to regulate modified atmosphere composition, in which initial concentrations of gases, such as oxygen, nitrogen and carbon dioxide are maintained throughout storage or transit by the addition or removal of quantities of gas. This process allows for a longer shelf life of the product. At MSC, we use various CA systems with the support of our partners, such as Liventus, Maxtend, Purfresh, StarCool CA and XtendFRESH. All these technologies are used to prolong the perfect condition of the fruit. When it comes to CA, with low-respiring commodities, gases are injected at the beginning of every shipment to build up the CA environment, and remain under control during the trip. Therefore, the unit is selected carefully and equipped. In addition, a leak test is recommended before every shipment. Purfresh works with a photo cellular membrane that convert the oxygen in ozone, and the ozone works like an anti-rot agent. The unit is specially equipped but doesn t needs to pass a leak test as this system is dynamic during the whole trip. 14

13 DEHUMIDIFICATION VENT SETTINGS The control of the relative humidity level is important to control the quality of the products. Indeed, too much humidity may cause fungi and mould whereas too little may cause dehydration. All MSC operated reefer containers equipped with the humidity sensor can dehumidify. Possible set points for ThinLINE models are between 60% and 95% (those for PrimeLINE are between 50% and 95%). Dehumidification devices can only be operated for setting temperatures above or equal to minus 10 C. When dehumidification is activated, air vents must be closed, except for some special fruits and vegetables, which also require the bulb mode. ATO tested: ATO certification of reefer units is used to improve the flower bulbs quality preservation during transportation. Fruit and vegetables breathe during transportation and produce heat and gases such as ethylene (C2H4) and carbon dioxide (CO 2 ). Ethylene speeds up cargo ripening process reducing shelf life. CO 2 suffocates cargo causing discolouration. Fresh air is required to remove such gases. The required amount of fresh air varies depending on the commodity. The air is cooled by passing the evaporator coil and circulating throughout the cargo by fan. The use of vent settings allows for the intake of external air by adjusting vent openings. Airflow is set manually between 0 and 245 CMH. Vents must be kept closed when carrying frozen cargo or commodities requiring dehumidification or bulb mode. Bulb mode: this mode is an extension of the dehumidification mode for flower bulb shipments. Flower bulbs are extremely sensitive to temperature and humidity changes. The bulb mode allows a reduction of humidity to 60%. This mode is also used for other commodities, which require very low humidity HIGHLIGHTS 1.63 million TEU of reefer cargo 45,000 TEU of Controlled Atmosphere (CA) Over 25,000 TEU of Cold Treatment (CT) shipments REEFER CARGO SERVICES 15

14 INVESTING IN TECHNOLOGY FOR AN UNINTERRUPTED COLD CHAIN At MSC we believe that cold chains and cooling technology can make a dramatic difference in enhancing the supply of quality food and reducing post-harvest food loss, including losses related to water, energy, land and labour. With 480 offices across 155 countries, our customers can rely on our in-depth understanding of the local markets, the dynamics of specific trades and any factors affecting the transit of cargoes. Owing to the current trend of globalisation and the growing reefer market, we have developed a strong service offering and built one of the largest reefer container fleets in the world, with an average container age under 7 years old. MSC invests in new technologies, systems and processes with the aim of continuously improving the environmental performance and energy efficiency of its fleet. The same investment strategy applies to MSC s reefer containers that comply with UIC, TIR and ISO standards. For the latest equipment, MSC opted for PrimeLINE R-513A ready reefer containers made by Carrier Transicold, which are the most efficient and environmentally-friendly units in their energy class thanks to a reduced power consumption. These are ready to accept a lower GWP refrigerant gas. The PrimeLINE R-513A ready unit offers best-in-class pulldown among all container refrigeration units, as well as best deep-frozen capability among refrigeration units using nonozone depleting R-134a, the refrigerant most widely used by the container industry. It is also ready to switch to the lower GWP refrigerant R-513A. No other container refrigeration unit provides dehumidification capability lower than the PrimeLINE unit, and none can achieve 50 percent relative humidity as efficiently. Additionally, MSC purchased thousands of new Carrier Transicold PrimeLINE R-513A ready and also Carrier Transicold NaturaLINE reefer containers with natural-refrigerant R-744 (CO 2 ) which is now the best available technology compared to other refrigerants. 16

15 HIGH QUALITY EQUIPMENT Internal Dimensions Doors Cubic L W H W H Capacity Max Payload Tare Weight Maxi Cargo 20 Reefer m / m 7 6 5/ m 7 1 3/ m 7 6 5/ m 7 5 9/ m 3 1,002.9 Cft 27,540 kgs 60,715 Lbs 2,940 kgs 6,481 Lbs 30,480 kgs 67,196 Lbs 40 High Cube Reefer m / m 7 6 5/ m / m 7 6 5/ m 8 5 9/ m 3 2,383.7 Cft 29,400 kgs 64,815 Lbs 4,600 kgs 10,141 Lbs 34,000 kgs 74,957 Lbs NOTE : The dimensions given are standard and indicative only. MSC accepts no responsibility for variations in dimensions. REEFER CARGO SERVICES 17

16 TAKING YOUR FRUIT ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD Present in more than 155 countries and calling at over 500 ports, MSC connects the world. MSC s trade managers have an in-depth understanding of individual overseas markets and the dynamics of specific trades. This expertise enables them to provide you with market-specific, local advice on factors affecting the transit of your cargo. These factors may include: Conditions at terminals Local or overseas transport infrastructure Berthing delays or congestion Local or overseas regulatory and political changes Any relevant customs procedures 18

17 KEY STRENGTHS The stability and experience of a worldwide leader in container shipping An outstanding global coverage, connecting all the world s trade centres Tailor-made end-to-end transport solutions (road, rail and sea) Weekly and regular services to global destinations Dedicated, expert reefer teams smooth and steady operations Regular and frequent monitoring of the shipment from receipt of the loaded container to final delivery Local teams with a strong experience in transporting all kinds of perishable cargo REEFER CARGO SERVICES 19

18 msc.com/reefer MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA, December 2018