Star Cool’s
automatic ventilation system (AV+) allows the units to control fresh air intake
by a preselected maximum level of CO2 inside the reefer. This unique and
innovative fresh air control mode further reduces energy consumption and
related carbon footprint. Regulating the amount of ambient air entering the
container reduces the need to cool down warm air and reduces the risk of
ingress of harmful external gasses. Upgrading to these units allows Dole
greater control over their product during shipping.
AV+ was
designed to maximize cargo freshness of delicate bananas and other fresh fruit,
as vessels traverse the tropics while optimizing energy efficiency. On a warm
day, it would be counterproductive to drive a car with the air conditioning on
and the windows open. In layman’s terms, the logic behind AV+ is similar.
“Dole is
dedicated to supplying the market with the finest, high-quality products,” says
Dole representative, Ana Anchia, Regional Equipment Manager. “The delivery of
these new Star Cool units will enhance our cold chain efficiency and allow us
to deliver on our promise to our customers.”
“Dole
prioritizes quality and innovation in all aspects of their business,” says Global
Head of Sales & Marketing at MCI, Anders Holm. “These are also values
important to MCI and we are very pleased about Dole confirming their trust in
MCI by expanding their operated Star Cool fleet once again.”
Dole
will pick up the new reefers with their own vessel newbuilding Dole Maya at
Qingdao, China.
