Vertical Cold Storage Expands Network with Acquisition of Dothan Frozen Distribution Center
Vertical Cold Storage, supported by real estate investment firm Platform Ventures, has finalized a purchase agreement to acquire the frozen distribution center from Dothan Warehouse located in Dothan, AL. This facility specializes in poultry for export markets and strategically sits near multiple interstate highways, facilitating quick delivery to ports including Jacksonville, FL; Mobile, AL; New Orleans, LA; Panama City, FL; and Savannah, GA. The acquisition is expected to be completed by August and will focus solely on the frozen distribution operations, excluding Dothan Warehouse’s ambient and refrigerated facilities.
“This latest acquisition underscores our dedication to the protein industry and our goal of establishing a nationwide network of top-tier frozen and refrigerated warehouses. We are eager to support the region’s esteemed processors and retailers, and warmly welcome the Dothan team into our fold,” remarked West Hutchison, President and CEO of Vertical Cold Storage.
The USDA-certified Dothan facility spans over 109,000 sq. ft. and features 10 dock doors. Originally opened in April 2019 and expanded in January 2023, it is equipped with advanced capabilities including high-capacity blast freezing, export services, case picking, cross docking, and kitting.
“We have full confidence that Vertical Cold Storage will uphold the success of our frozen distribution center. We trust West and his team to continue delivering exceptional service to our customers and maintaining a supportive environment for our employees,” stated Turner Jones, President of Dothan Warehouse.
Vertical Cold Storage plans to introduce its proprietary warehouse management technology and implement new operational best practices aimed at enhancing product throughput while prioritizing food safety and worker well-being, mirroring their recent acquisitions strategy.
About Vertical Cold Storage
Vertical Cold Storage is a leader in providing reliable, flexible, and cost-effective cold storage and logistics solutions for the food and beverage sector. With operations in major cities such as Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, Indianapolis, Omaha, Charlotte, Miami, and Kansas City, the company focuses on delivering superior customer service backed by industry expertise and cutting-edge technology. For more information, visit www.verticalcold.com.
About Platform Ventures
Platform Ventures is an independent private investment firm specializing in real estate investments through various scalable strategies. With a vertically integrated approach across logistics, housing, and real estate credit, the firm manages over $3.2 billion in assets on behalf of institutional, family office, and high net worth investors.
