Americold has announced a new partnership with On the Run (OTR), one of Australia’s most recognized chains of petrol stations and convenience (P&C) retail stores. It will provide storage and distribution services to support OTR’s supply chain in Adelaide and national expansion.
The Atlanta, Georgia, USA-headquartered temperature-controlled logistics specialist’s ability to manage fast-turning, high-service inventory has been a cornerstone of its success in the quick service restaurant sector. In the Asia-Pacific region alone, Americold supports supply chains for more than 1,500 QSR locations across five major brands – a proven model that translates well to convenience retail. Building on this foundation, the company is extending its expertise into the convenience segment through its partnership with OTR.
“Our team in Asia-Pacific has done an outstanding job of developing a strong leadership position in the QSR space, serving an impressive roster of some of the world’s most recognized brands,” said Rob Chambers, chief executive officer of Americold. “With the addition of On the Run, we are now expanding this expertise into the convenience store market with another well-known industry leader.”
For OTR, this partnership comes at a critical time of rapid growth.
“What set Americold apart was their customer-first mindset, adaptability in navigating dynamic demands, and their speed and accuracy in execution – especially through this period of rapid national expansion for our business,” said Ralph Armiento, the OTC Group’s supply chain general manager. “We are confident that Americold’s dedication and innovative approach will be instrumental as OTR grows and continues to serve our communities and guests, helping us consistently deliver a ‘Never Run Out’ promise every single day.”
Australia and New Zealand represent significant opportunities for cold chain innovation, and Americold’s investments and operational readiness position the company to meet evolving consumer expectations. This partnership is an important step in Americold’s expansion into adjacent sectors and underscores its commitment to building enduring relationships that create long-term value.
“This partnership reflects our ability to handle fast-turning, high-touch, high-service business models for multi-unit operators,” said Richard Winnall, Americold’s international president. “Our Adelaide operations are designed for speed, accuracy, and flexibility, which are critical for P&C retail. We look forward to growing our relationship with OTR and continuing to invest in Australia and New Zealand, markets with significant potential for cold chain innovation.”
