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6. October 2025

🔋 Self-Charging Cooling — Sustainable Cold Chain, Anywhere

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picture: Thermoking

In the race to decarbonize refrigerated transport, fleets are looking for solutions that deliver both environmental impact and operational reliability. Thermo King’s AxlePower Self-Charging Cooling System is one of those solutions — and it’s already proving its worth on the road.

How It Works

AxlePower captures kinetic energy generated while the trailer is moving — for example, during braking or downhill driving. This energy is stored in onboard batteries and used to power the refrigeration unit entirely from that stored energy.

The result? Zero-emission cooling without extra fuel consumption or the need to stop for charging.

Why It Matters for Fleets

For operators, AxlePower combines measurable sustainability gains with practical deployment:

  • Up to 12 tonnes COâ‚‚ saved per trailer annually
  • Works anywhere — no dependency on charging infrastructure
  • Flexible rental options with full service, monitoring, and performance tracking
  • EU-wide type approval for smooth integration into existing fleets

Proven in the Field

This isn’t just a concept. Over the last 12 months, nine high-utilisation AxlePower trailers have delivered:

  • Over 1 million kilometres of operation
  • 13,500 hours of electric refrigeration
  • Reliable performance in climates from Scandinavia to South Africa

From icy roads to hot deserts, AxlePower has proven that it can deliver grid-independent, emission-free cooling without compromising reliability or scalability.

A New Standard for Cold Chain Sustainability

AxlePower is proof that smart energy recovery and innovative service models can reshape cold chain logistics. For fleets, it means:

  • Lower carbon footprint
  • Reduced operating costs
  • No sacrifice in performance or uptime

With its mix of technology, flexibility, and proven results, AxlePower isn’t just a step towards sustainability — it’s a ready-now solution that works in real-world conditions.

read more: https://www.coldchainnews.com/thermo-king-facilitates-adoption-of-the-axlepower-self-charging-cooling-system-accelerating-sustainable-trailer-refrigeration/

Matthias Vogel
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