Cold Storage Warehousing in Portland, Maine
Maine International Cold Storage Facility (MICSF), operated by Taylor Logistics, provides temperature-controlled warehousing in Portland, Maine, adjacent to the International Marine Terminal. Services include cold storage, cross-docking, transloading, case picking, transportation and Foreign-Trade Zone capabilities.
A New Cold Storage Facility on the Portland WaterfrontSimple pricing. No hidden fees.
MICSF opened in 2025 with brand-new infrastructure and a straightforward way to do business. You pay for monthly storage and handling, and that’s it. We work with customers storing one pallet to one million.
Two line items. Up front.
- No hidden fees or surprise surcharges
- Pricing quoted up front, before your first inbound
- No long-term contract required
- One team and one point of contact from quote to shipment
Brand-new facility
Built in 2024 and opened in 2025: 106,000 square feet, 21,000 pallet positions, 13 docks plus a ramp and a natural CO₂ refrigeration system.
Easy, up-front pricing
Monthly storage plus handling. You’ll know what you’re paying before product arrives.
One pallet to one million
Startups with a single pallet and importers moving containers every week work with the same team at (207) 464-7648.
Refrigerated and Frozen Storage in MaineCold storage. Done right.
MICSF has two independent storage rooms for frozen and refrigerated product, monitored continuously and managed in one inventory portal.Racking & technology →
Frozen storage
For hard-frozen seafood, ice cream and frozen desserts, frozen produce and frozen meats that need long-term holding or export.
Refrigerated storage
For fresh seafood, dairy, produce and other chilled goods that need consistent cold-chain handling and quick turns through the dock. Tell us your product and we’ll confirm the right temperature range.
Talk to a planner →
Cold Storage and Handling ServicesA full cold-chain partner. Not just a warehouse.
Taylor Logistics has run cold-chain operations for decades and brings the same operating playbook to every MICSF customer.All MICSF services →
Cross-docking
Inbound-to-outbound transfer for freight that needs to move through the dock the same day.
Container transloading
Move product between ocean container, rail and truck without breaking the cold chain.
Case picking & value-added services
Each, case and pallet picking, with labeling and kitting for your downstream channels.
Transportation
Taylor coordinates drayage from the International Marine Terminal, integrated with Eimskip, plus refrigerated truckload and LTL transportation to and from MICSF.
Foreign-Trade Zone Services
FTZ capabilities supported by Descartes software for inventory tracking, recordkeeping and customs reporting, alongside MICSF’s cold storage and handling services.
FTZ cold storage →
USDA inspection coordination
Support with USDA inspection scheduling and documentation for animal-origin products, including USDA-CVD requirements.
Food safety →Foreign-Trade Zone Services in Portland, MainePort-connected cold storage. FTZ inventory tracking.
Imported product can be stored at temperature next to the port, with FTZ inventory managed by a dedicated team and system.FTZ cold storage details →
Maine International Cold Storage Facility offers Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) capabilities alongside refrigerated and frozen warehousing in Portland, Maine. Located adjacent to the International Marine Terminal, MICSF supports imported products with temperature-controlled storage and dedicated FTZ inventory management.
Our team uses Descartes software to track FTZ inventory and product movements, maintain detailed records and support customs reporting requirements.
Used for FTZ inventory tracking, movement records and reporting. Day-to-day warehouse inventory runs separately in Synapse WMS.
Inventory tracking
Descartes software supports inventory records and movement tracking for goods managed under FTZ procedures.
Documentation support
Detailed records support FTZ reporting and coordination with customers and their customs brokers.
Connected cold storage
Coordinate storage, handling and outbound movement with one facility team.
Vessel at the IMT
Imported containers arrive next door at the International Marine Terminal.
Received at MICSF
Product moves into frozen or refrigerated storage at temperature.
Recorded in Descartes
FTZ inventory and movements are tracked and recorded for reporting.
Outbound coordinated
Handling and outbound movement are coordinated with your broker and one facility team.
Eligibility depends on your product and customs requirements. Our team reviews product eligibility, documentation and handling with you and your customs broker.
Discuss Your FTZ Storage Needs →Inventory Tracking and Warehouse Technology
MICSF runs warehouse operations and FTZ inventory in separate systems, so each set of records is kept for its own purpose.Racking & technology →
Synapse WMS by Made4Net
Runs day-to-day warehouse operations and gives customers real-time visibility into their inventory.
- Warehouse inventory by location
- Lot and expiration tracking
- Orders, EDI and API connections
- 24/7 customer portal and reports
Descartes
MICSF uses Descartes FTZ software to support customs inventory tracking, documentation and reporting. The platform helps our team maintain traceability as merchandise moves through the Foreign-Trade Zone.
- FTZ inventory tracking
- Product movement records
- Recordkeeping for FTZ goods
- Support for customs reporting
Free Customer PortalYour inventory, live, from any device.
Every MICSF customer gets 24/7 access to the Synapse customer portal at no extra charge. See what’s on hand, check lots and expiration dates, follow orders and pull reports whenever you need them.
Illustrative example. Portal views and data vary by account.
- 24/7 real-time inventoryOn-hand quantities update as product moves.
- Lot and expiration trackingSee every lot and its date at a glance.
- Any deviceDesktop, tablet or phone.
- Reports and connectionsCustom reports, plus EDI and API.
Food Safety and Certifications
MICSF is a food-grade facility operated to the same food-safety program Taylor Logistics runs across its network. Certificates and audit summaries are available to customers on request.Food safety at MICSF →
SQF (Safe Quality Food)
Third-party audited food safety certification.
Request certificate →FDA registered facility
Registered food facility under FDA requirements.
Request documentation →GFSI-recognized program
SQF is a scheme benchmarked by the Global Food Safety Initiative, recognized by major retailers and manufacturers.
About GFSI →USDA APHIS CVB
Approved through inspection for storing vaccines and other animal biologics under strict cold-chain and quality standards.
CVB cold storage →Support for animal-origin products
Separate from MICSF’s CVB approval, our team works with customers on USDA requirements for animal-origin product moving through the facility.
- USDA inspection coordination and scheduling
- Documentation handling, including USDA-CVD requirements
- Import and export support for animal-origin products
- Veterinary biologics: see USDA APHIS CVB compliant cold storage
Importing from Iceland and Europe Through PortlandShip to the IMT. Store at MICSF. Deliver across the Northeast.
Eimskip’s weekly service connects Portland with Iceland, the UK, the Faroe Islands and Canada. Containers come off the vessel at the International Marine Terminal, one minute from MICSF.
Load in Europe or Iceland
Product ships on Eimskip’s weekly North Atlantic service.
Arrive at the IMT
Containers land at Portland’s International Marine Terminal.
One minute to MICSF
Taylor coordinates drayage next door and product goes into storage at temperature.
Out to your customers
Store, pick and ship by truck or rail, with FTZ procedures where eligible.
The Northeast is within a day’s drive.
Approximate truck drive times from 20 West Commercial Street. Actual times vary with traffic, route and hours-of-service rules.
Port Access and Northeast DistributionThe closest U.S. port to Europe. Right next door.
Portland is the closest U.S. East Coast port to Europe, with less congestion than NY/NJ and direct routes to Boston, Montreal and the rest of the Northeast.Location & intermodal access →
Industries We ServeFar more than seafood.
MICSF stores frozen and refrigerated product for food, beverage, pharmaceutical and industrial customers, from raw materials to finished goods ready for retail.
Dairy
Cheese, butter and other chilled and frozen dairy.
Pharmaceutical
Temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical and veterinary products.
Ice cream & frozen desserts
Ice cream, frozen desserts and novelty products.
Bakery
Frozen and refrigerated bakery products.
Beverage
Coffee, water, beer and other beverages.
Produce, fruit & vegetables
Fresh produce plus frozen fruit and vegetables.
Prepared meals
Frozen and chilled meals.
Seafood & bait
Fresh and frozen seafood, imported and domestic, plus frozen bait.
Raw materials & ingredients
Ingredients and inputs held for manufacturing.
Finished goods
Packaged product ready for distribution.
Foodservice
Product for restaurants and the service industry.
Retailers
Inventory for grocery and retail distribution.
Don’t see your product? Tell us what you’re storing.
Cold Storage FAQsCold storage questions, answered straight.
Direct answers to the questions customers ask most. If yours isn’t here, email micsf@taylorlog.com.
Where can I find cold storage in Portland, Maine?
Maine International Cold Storage Facility (MICSF) is located at 20 West Commercial Street, Portland, Maine 04102, adjacent to the International Marine Terminal.
The facility offers 106,000 square feet of refrigerated and frozen storage operated by Taylor Logistics.
What industries does MICSF work with?
MICSF works with dairy, pharmaceutical, bakery, beverage, ice cream and frozen dessert, novelty, produce, fruit, frozen vegetable, prepared meal, seafood, foodservice and retail customers.
We store raw materials and ingredients as well as finished goods. See Industries We Serve.
What temperatures can MICSF accommodate?
MICSF accommodates both frozen and refrigerated product, with a frozen design temperature of −10°F.
The facility has two independent storage rooms. Contact the team to confirm the temperature range for your product.
Does MICSF offer Foreign-Trade Zone services?
Yes. MICSF offers FTZ capabilities in Portland, Maine, supported by Descartes software for inventory tracking and recordkeeping.
Our team works with customers and their customs brokers to review product eligibility, documentation and handling requirements.
Can MICSF coordinate USDA inspections?
Yes. MICSF works with customers on USDA inspection coordination and documentation for animal-origin products, including USDA-CVD requirements.
Separately, MICSF is USDA APHIS Center for Veterinary Biologics (CVB) compliant for storing vaccines and animal biologics.
Can you handle imported frozen food and seafood?
Yes. MICSF stores imported frozen food and seafood next to the International Marine Terminal, where Eimskip runs weekly service to Iceland, Europe and Canada.
The facility is SQF certified and FDA registered, and imported product can be managed under FTZ procedures where eligible.
Do you offer cross-docking and container transloading?
Yes. MICSF offers cross-docking and transloading between ocean containers, rail and truck without breaking the cold chain.
Taylor also coordinates drayage from the International Marine Terminal, integrated with Eimskip, and refrigerated truckload and LTL transportation.
Is short-term or seasonal storage available?
Yes. MICSF offers flexible storage agreements for short-term, seasonal and ongoing needs, with no long-term contract required.
Send your expected volume and timing and the team will confirm available space.
What information do you need for a cold storage quote?
Send your product type, required temperature, expected pallet count, inbound and outbound frequency, product origin and timing.
Note any FTZ, USDA or special handling requirements. You can use the quote form below.
What technology does MICSF use?
MICSF uses Synapse WMS by Made4Net as its warehouse management system for inventory, lot and expiration tracking, orders and customer visibility, with EDI and API connections.
MICSF also uses Descartes software to support FTZ inventory tracking, recordkeeping and reporting. The two systems are separate and serve different roles.
What certifications does MICSF hold?
MICSF is SQF certified, FDA registered and operates under a GFSI-recognized food safety program.
MICSF is also USDA APHIS CVB compliant for veterinary biologics storage. See Food Safety and Certifications.
Request a Cold Storage Quote
Tell us what you’re storing. The more detail you share, the faster we can return pricing.
- Product type and temperature
- Origin and expected volume
- Timing and handling needs
Got a pallet, a container or a year of inbound? We’ll care for it.
Email micsf@taylorlog.com or call (207) 464-7648. Flexible storage agreements, no minimums and one team from quote to shipment.
Fast facts at a glance
We’re proud to be part of Portland.
MICSF supports the Maine fishing fleet, local food producers and community organizations, and gives Maine businesses room to scale without leaving the state.Sustainability →
The Maine fishing fleet
From independent boat owners to multi-generational seafood houses, we keep Maine catch cold and moving.
Local producers & small business
Maine farmers, dairies, breweries, bakeries and specialty food makers, from their first pallet on up.
Community partners
Supporting Portland-area non-profits, food-security organizations and community programs.
Seven generations of family-run logistics.
MICSF is operated by Taylor Logistics Inc., a women- and family-owned, full-service third-party logistics provider founded in 1850. Based in Cincinnati and now in its seventh generation of family ownership, Taylor operates more than 3 million square feet of warehouse space across the United States.
From cold and ambient storage to fulfillment and transportation, Taylor helps customers store, manage and move their products with care. Our services include public, contract and dedicated warehousing, freight brokerage, dedicated fleet services, drayage and value-added services such as kitting, packaging and retail display assembly. We treat our customers’ inventory as an extension of their business, with careful handling, inventory visibility and responsive communication every step of the way.