Paramount Citrus

Perishable temperature monitoring specialist Locus Traxx Worldwide has announced a new partnership with Paramount Citrus, the largest fresh citrus grower in the western US.

According to the two companies, the integration will boost efficiency, visibility and live load temperature and location tracking into Paramount’s TMS solution.

“We are excited to join forces with Paramount Citrus, one of the leading companies in the produce industry,' said David Benjamin, president and CEO of Locus Traxx Worldwide.'This company grows, packs, and then ships their own product; it is imperative for them to track and monitor their precious cargo.

They are unique because they are able to see their product from its infancy all the way to the shelves in a supermarket,' Benjamin added. 'Locus Traxx Worldwide is happy to assist them in helping them achieve ultimate product quality by integrating with their TMS system.'

Jeff Cottingham, director of transportation at Paramount Citrus, revealed that the tie-up wiull see Paramount adopt SmartTraxx GO with all of itsDirect Delivery Carriers.

'As the only citrus grower, packer and shipper utilising this solution, it reinforces our commitment to food safety by tracking the location and temperature of our direct delivery trucks, and also ensures that the freshest citrus arrives at your door,' he explained.