Americold Realty Trust, Inc. reports developments tied to its temperature-controlled logistics real estate business, including the ownership, operation, acquisition and development of refrigerated warehouses. The REIT’s updates commonly cover AFFO and operating results, physical occupancy, services margin, fixed-commitment customer contracts, dividends and capital allocation across a global cold storage network serving food producers, processors, distributors and retailers.
Company news also includes sustainability reporting for energy efficiency, emissions reduction, safety and facility resilience, along with governance matters, shareholder engagement, finance leadership changes and material agreements that affect the balance sheet or portfolio strategy.
Americold (NYSE:COLD) has unveiled its largest Middle Eastern cold storage facility in Dubai's Jebel Ali Free Zone through its joint venture RSA Cold Chain and partnership with DP World. The state-of-the-art facility features 40,000 pallet positions and serves as a crucial import-export hub connecting global food producers to GCC markets.
The facility boasts multi-temperature capabilities, 27 docks, and rooftop solar panels for energy efficiency. It offers both bonded and non-bonded storage, piece to pallet-level handling, and has achieved ISO 22000 and HACCP certifications. This development follows Americold's strategic investment in RSA Cold Chain in February 2023 and its global partnership with DP World from November 2022.
Americold (NYSE:COLD) announced that its Russellville, Arkansas facility has been named Cold Storage Facility of the Year by Refrigerated & Frozen Foods Magazine. The 136,000-square-foot automated facility, completed in 2023, features 42,000 pallet positions and advanced automation technology including ASRS systems and automated trailer unloading.
The facility demonstrates significant operational achievements, including a 25% reduction in water usage and completion four months ahead of schedule. Standing 140 feet tall with 13 million cubic feet of temperature-controlled space, the facility employs 190 people and incorporates sustainable features such as energy-efficient ammonia refrigeration systems and infrastructure for electric yard tractors.
Americold Realty Trust (NYSE: COLD), a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics and real estate, has announced its third quarter 2025 dividend. The company declared a dividend of $0.23 per share, maintaining the same level as Q2 2025 and representing a 5% increase from the previous year.
The dividend will be paid in cash on October 15, 2025 to stockholders of record as of September 30, 2025. This announcement reflects the company's continued commitment to delivering shareholder value through consistent dividend payments.
Americold Realty Trust (NYSE: COLD), a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics, has appointed Robert S. Chambers as Chief Executive Officer and Board member, effective September 1, 2025. Chambers, currently serving as President, succeeds retiring CEO George Chappelle.
Chambers brings 12 years of experience at Americold and nearly two decades in logistics and supply chain management. His previous roles include President of Americas, Executive VP, Chief Commercial Officer, and VP of Commercial Finance. The company has reaffirmed its full-year 2025 financial outlook previously communicated on August 7, 2025.
The leadership transition comes as part of the Board's long-term succession planning, with Chambers set to focus on advancing Americold's strategic priorities and operational excellence in temperature-controlled logistics.
Americold Realty Trust (NYSE:COLD) has inaugurated its first $100+ million Import-Export Hub in Kansas City, Missouri, in partnership with Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC). The 335,000-square-foot facility serves as a crucial hub for the Mexico Midwest Express (MMX), offering North America's only single-line rail service for refrigerated goods between the U.S. and Mexico.
The state-of-the-art facility features on-site USDA inspections, 50,000+ pound container load capacity, and a 300-mile service radius. The project is expected to create 190 new jobs and will serve as a strategic consolidation point for shipments between Canada and Mexico, addressing border inefficiencies and trucking capacity challenges.
Americold Realty Trust (NYSE:COLD), a global temperature-controlled logistics leader, reported Q2 2025 results with total revenues of $650.7M, down 1.5% year-over-year. The company delivered net income of $1.6M ($0.01 per share), improving from a loss of $0.23 per share in Q2 2024.
Key metrics include Adjusted FFO of $103.6M ($0.36 per share), Core EBITDA of $159.1M, and Global Warehouse same-store NOI decrease of 4.2%. Due to challenging market conditions affecting occupancy and throughput, Americold revised its 2025 AFFO guidance to $1.39-$1.45 per share.
The company launched three strategic development projects in Q2: a Kansas City facility with CPKC, an Allentown expansion, and a flagship facility in Dubai's Port of Jebel Ali, all showing strong customer demand.
Americold Realty Trust (NYSE: COLD) has broken ground on its first import-export cold storage hub in Port Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. The company will invest $75-80 million to develop a facility providing 22,000 pallet positions, equivalent to over 800 full truckloads of temperature-sensitive goods.
The project leverages partnerships with DP World and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) to enhance trade routes between Canada and global markets. The facility, set to open in 2026, is expected to contribute up to $37 million in direct provincial GDP. Opportunities NB will provide up to $1.01 million in payroll rebates to support the creation of 100 jobs by 2029.
Americold Realty Trust (NYSE: COLD), a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics and real estate, has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings release and conference call. The company will release its financial results before market opening on Thursday, August 7, 2025, followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day.
Investors can access the webcast through Americold's Investor Relations website. For telephone participation, domestic callers can dial 1-877-407-3982, while international participants should use 1-201-493-6780. A playback option will be available until August 21, 2025, accessible via domestic (1-844-512-2921) and international (1-412-317-6671) numbers with passcode 13750776.
Americold Realty Trust (NYSE: COLD) has announced its second quarter 2025 dividend of $0.23 per share, maintaining the same level as Q1 2025. The dividend represents a 5% increase compared to the previous year. The payment is scheduled for July 15, 2025, with a record date of June 30, 2025. Americold is a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics and real estate, focusing on temperature-controlled warehouse operations.