CoolerBoxes: Extending Shelf Life, Enhancing Livelihoods
Empowering Communities
CoolerBoxes are a breakthrough in insulated storage—reusable plastic boxes designed to replace traditional EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) containers. They’re competitively priced and environmentally friendly, helping reduce marine debris and pollution.
- In many tropical regions, small-scale fishing vessels don’t chill fish onboard, leading to:
- Up to 30% post-harvest losses
- Reduced income for fishermen
- Poor utilization of fish resources
- Drastically lower fish quality after just one day
CoolerBoxes offer a practical solution to preserve freshness, improve livelihoods, and protect the ocean
❄️ Proven Icelandic Innovation, Now in Tropical Waters Iceland is globally recognized for its premium-quality fish, Thanks to proper handling and continuous cooling from catch to consumer.
🧊 The Power of Insulated Tubs
- All Icelandic boats and trawlers use insulated tubs to preserve freshness.
- These tubs were designed by Matis (Fisheries Institute of Iceland) staff and the founders of CoolerBoxes.
- Now used in 100+ countries, with $1 billion USD in global sales.
🌍 Bringing Icelandic Standards to Tropical Fisheries
- CoolerBoxes + ice extend shelf life from 1 day to 10+ days
- They retain ice 7× longer than non-insulated boxes
- Applying Iceland’s methods in Kenya and other tropical regions boosts:
Resource efficiency
Fish quality
Fishermen’s income