Abhy Maharaj Appointed as New CEO of Constellation Cold Logistics: A New Era Begins
On September 23, 2026, Constellation Cold Logistics, a prominent name in European cold storage and logistics, made a significant announcement. The company revealed that Abhy Maharaj will take over as the new Chief Executive Officer starting October 1, 2026. This leadership transition comes as the current CEO, Carlos Rodriguez, moves into a role at the Advisory Board to support the company’s mergers and acquisitions strategy.
Nils S Andersen, Chair of the Board at Constellation, expressed gratitude towards Carlos Rodriguez for his visionary leadership during his four-year tenure, emphasizing the company’s remarkable growth through strategic acquisitions and its proactive response to market demands. With Maharaj stepping into the CEO role, Andersen highlighted the importance of Maharaj's prior experience as Chief Commercial Officer since February 2025. In this role, Maharaj showcased exceptional skills in market understanding and customer engagement, driving transformational efforts and operational integration.
In his own remarks, Carlos Rodriguez conveyed his confidence in Maharaj, describing him as an innovative leader with a strong record of fostering growth, operational excellence, and technological advancement. Rodriguez affirmed that Maharaj is well-equipped to execute the company’s strategic plan successfully.
Maharaj expressed his enthusiasm for his new role, stating, "It is an honor and privilege to succeed Carlos as CEO of Constellation. The groundwork laid by his leadership has positioned us strongly for future endeavors. I am dedicated to leading our talented team and enhancing long-term value. Collaborating closely with our customers and suppliers, we aim to further improve the European cold chain market."
Before joining Constellation, Maharaj held various high-profile roles, including positions on the board and executive level at NewCold Coöperatief, a leader in automated cold storage solutions. His extensive career also includes 11 years at Fonterra Cooperative Group, recognized as the world’s largest dairy exporter.
Constellation Cold Logistics has established itself as the leading independent provider of cold storage and logistics services across Europe, boasting a presence in ten countries and over 1.2 million pallet capacity. The company continues to maintain several ongoing expansion projects. Committed to its vision of becoming Europe’s most trusted logistics partner, Constellation emphasizes core values such as Trust, Excellence, Entrepreneurship, and One Team. This strategic appointment marks a pivotal moment for Constellation as it continues to navigate its growth trajectory in an evolving market. With Maharaj's leadership, the company anticipates a focus on meeting customer needs and exploring new growth avenues while strengthening operational capabilities.