Apr 23: ColdStar Logistics, India’s leading temperature-controlled supply chain solutions provider, has reinforced its long-standing partnership of over a decade with Lenexis Foodworks, a fast-growing Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) operator and part of the Inspira Global group.
As part of this strengthened collaboration, ColdStar is set to scale its operations to support Lenexis Foodworks’ expansion to over 500 outlets across India over the next three years.
Powering End-to-End Cold Chain Operations
ColdStar currently manages the complete multi-temperature supply chain for Lenexis Foodworks, covering primary transportation, warehousing, and last-mile deliveries across 262 outlets nationwide. The partnership supports leading QSR brands including Chinese Wok, Big Bowl, and The Momo Co..
The company handles operations across frozen, chilled, and ambient categories, enabling the delivery of approximately 2,400 SKU-line orders daily with an industry-leading 99.85% accuracy, ensuring freshness and zero stock-outs.
Scaling for Future Growth
Sameer Varma, Executive Director, ColdStar Logistics, stated that the partnership has evolved significantly over the years, transitioning from a hybrid model to a fully integrated pre-packed distribution system.
He added that ColdStar is proactively expanding its infrastructure and capabilities to meet the anticipated demand as Lenexis Foodworks accelerates its growth trajectory across India.
Technology-Driven Supply Chain Excellence
ColdStar’s operations are powered by advanced, tech-enabled systems that leverage AI and machine learning for demand planning, route optimisation, real-time temperature monitoring, and predictive alerts. This ensures seamless supply chain execution across metro, Tier I, II, and III markets through structured replenishment cycles.
Enabling QSR Expansion at Scale
Aayush Madhusudan Agrawal, Director, Lenexis Foodworks, highlighted the critical role of supply chain efficiency in scaling QSR operations. He noted that the partnership with ColdStar has been instrumental in maintaining product consistency, speed, and reliability across markets.
Strengthening India’s QSR Ecosystem
With Lenexis Foodworks aiming to expand to 500+ outlets in the coming years, ColdStar is actively enhancing its distribution infrastructure across cities and emerging consumption hubs, reinforcing its role as a key supply chain partner in India’s growing QSR ecosystem.
