Cold Chain Logistics of Imported Frozen Fish Products in Nigeria: A Conceptual Framework

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to assess the main factors that influence the adoption of cold chain logistics for imported frozen fish products in Nigeria. To accomplish this, a literature review was conducted, and focus group discussions with importers and dealers were held. The analysis method used to evaluate the main and alternative components influencing the adoption of cold chain logistics involved comparing the weight scores. The data shows that the government has the highest value, followed by the main industry and support industry sections with weighted scores of 0.567, 0.367, and 0.355, respectively. In terms of the alternative components within the main industry, the cost of operations was found to have the highest weight score of 0.690. This suggests that operational costs are a significant factor in the adoption of cold chain logistics in the fish import industry. Additionally, the synergetic operations of all practitioners involved in cold chain logistics were given a weighted score of 0.245, and the availability of professional dealers in the adoption of cold chain logistics garnered a score of 0.129. This study generated a framework utilizing the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) to evaluate the principal components of cold chain logistics for imported fish products. The study aims to provide guidance and create synergy between stakeholders to ensure the seamless adoption of cold chain logistics for imported frozen fish products.