New Facility Announced

PermaCold Logistics $60M Ground Breaking Event in Darien, GA

ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp announced in July that Ti Cold and Karis Cold have broken ground on a $60 million cold storage facility in Darien, McIntosh County, designed to serve PermaCold Logistics, a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider. This state-of-the-art project, driven by PermaCold Logistics’ expertise in cold chain solutions, will create 50 jobs upon completion of phase one, reinforcing the company’s role in advancing Georgia’s logistics industry.

“Today’s announcement is a historic economic win for McIntosh County and rural Georgia,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “PermaCold Logistics, as a premier 3PL provider, alongside Ti Cold and Karis Cold, is leveraging Georgia’s robust ports and highway systems to drive job creation and economic growth. We’re thrilled to see this facility bring high-quality jobs to our hardworking rural communities.”

PermaCold Logistics, a trusted 3PL partner, specializes in providing end-to-end cold chain logistics solutions, ensuring seamless storage and transportation for temperature-sensitive goods. The new facility, constructed by Ti Cold and developed with Karis Cold, will enhance PermaCold’s ability to serve clients with cutting-edge infrastructure tailored to the demands of the modern cold storage industry.

“We’re proud to partner with PermaCold Logistics on this transformative project in McIntosh County,” said Sam Tippmann, Founder and CEO of Ti Cold. “Their leadership as a 3PL provider, combined with the incredible support from state and local officials, has made this project possible. We’re excited to deliver a facility that will support PermaCold’s mission to provide unparalleled cold chain services.”

Located at Tidewater Industrial Park, a Georgia Ready for Accelerated Development (GRAD) site in Darien, the facility will feature a 50-foot clear height, a flexible design maintaining temperatures from 40 to minus 10 degrees Fahrenheit, and an environmentally friendly refrigeration system. With structural steel pallet racks accommodating over 30,000 pallet positions, the complex is designed to meet PermaCold Logistics’ high standards for efficiency and scalability. Job openings will be posted throughout the construction process.

“This groundbreaking is a game-changer for McIntosh County,” said Chairwoman Kate Pontello Karwacki, McIntosh County Board of Commissioners. “PermaCold Logistics’ decision to establish this facility here, supported by Ti Cold and Karis Cold, underscores our strategic location along the I-95 corridor and proximity to Georgia’s ports. This project brings high-quality jobs and strengthens our industrial foundation, and we’re excited to partner with PermaCold as they grow their 3PL operations.”

Senior Regional Project Manager Dorie Bacon represented the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s (GDEcD) Global Commerce team on this project, in collaboration with the McIntosh County Industrial Development Authority, Georgia Ports Authority, Georgia EMC, and Georgia Power.

“PermaCold Logistics’ expertise as a 3PL provider is critical to Georgia’s cold chain infrastructure, ensuring agricultural and food products reach markets efficiently,” said GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson. “This partnership with Ti Cold and Karis Cold is a testament to the innovative companies fueling economic growth across our state. Congratulations to PermaCold Logistics, the City of Darien, and McIntosh County on this milestone.”

About PermaCold Logistics
PermaCold Logistics is a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider specializing in cold chain solutions. With a focus on efficiency, reliability, and innovation, PermaCold delivers customized storage and transportation services to meet the unique needs of clients in the food and agricultural sectors.

About Ti Cold
Ti Cold is an award-winning industrial cold storage builder and developer with decades of experience designing and constructing state-of-the-art facilities. Their expertise and advanced technology solutions create efficient, scalable buildings that integrate operations and supply chains. Learn more at www.ticold.com.

About Karis Cold
Karis Cold is a private investment and development company with expertise in the cold storage industry. The company invests in and develops properties across the U.S., offering build-to-suit solutions, sale-leaseback financing, and facility expansions.