Vertical Cold Storage, an owner and operator of temperature-controlled distribution centers sponsored by investment firm Platform Ventures, has acquired a refrigerated warehouse located in Dothan, Alabama, from Dothan Warehouse. 

The refrigerated facility features temperatures ranging from 34° to 50° Fahrenheit and is rail-served by CSX. 

Dothan sits in the heart of the U.S. peanut production region and the site has a strong history of successfully supporting regional peanut shelling operations.

“We’re excited to continue to expand upon the strong, long-term relationships that Dothan Warehouse has established with local peanut customers,” said Jim Henderson, chief Commercial Officer of Vertical Cold Storage. “Our nearby freezer facility primarily supports local poultry producers, where we offer blast freezing, freezer storage, and export services. Acquiring the refrigerated warehouse shows our commitment to support additional food producers in the region.”

The acquisition represents Vertical Cold Storage’s 13th facility and its second location in Dothan. Vertical acquired the Dothan freezer warehouse from Dothan Warehouse in 2024, converting the site to the company’s standard warehouse management system and integrating it into the company’s national network.

About Vertical Cold Storage
Vertical Cold Storage is an industry leader in delivering reliable, flexible, and cost-effective cold storage and logistics solutions for the food and beverage industry. We are committed to giving our customers the competitive edge they need to consistently thrive in the complex and ever-evolving business environment of perishables. We offer temperature-controlled cold storage warehousing and distribution solutions in the cities and surrounding areas of Chicago, Dallas, Indianapolis, Savannah, Miami, and more. Our services are backed by a goal-oriented team of industry veterans and cutting-edge technology with a singular focus on quality results and excellent customer service. Vertical Cold is focused on acquiring and integrating existing and developing greenfield cold storage facilities and providing a consistent customer experience across our entire platform.