Verified Nov 2026
Thermal & Fluid Systems
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Vallefoglia, Marche
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Since 1966
Rivacold is an Italian manufacturer of industrial and commercial refrigeration systems, heat exchangers, and transport refrigeration units, headquartered in Vallefoglia, Marche, Italy. Founded in 1966, the company has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $100 to $250 million, and it is privately held. Its products serve automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment customers. In August 2026, the company reported a CO2 and R-290 monobloc retrofit at a US food co-op, reflecting its focus on natural refrigerants.
Rivacold at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1966
Headquarters
Vallefoglia, Marche
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
35
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
35
Named foreign suppliers
4
Top origins
Italy · Spain · The Bahamas
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Rivacold.
What this tells a buyer
Rivacold announced the entry of its ADAPTIX technology for CO2 refrigeration systems in October 2026, following a retrofit project announced in August 2026.
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and produces compressor-condenser units, heat exchangers, and transport refrigeration systems, including transcritical CO2 units.
Rivacold reported in July 2026 that it was pursuing European transport refrigeration expansion, including the UK market, and in January 2026 it was reported to be entering Spain.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
60 years in operation (founded 1966).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Rivacold is an Italian manufacturer of industrial and commercial refrigeration systems, heat exchangers, and transport refrigeration units, headquartered in Vallefoglia, Marche, Italy. Founded in 1966, the company has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $100 to $250 million, and it is privately held. Its products serve automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment customers. In August 2026, the company reported a CO2 and R-290 monobloc retrofit at a US food co-op, reflecting its focus on natural refrigerants.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1966 |
Headquarters | Vallefoglia, Marche |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Thermal & Fluid Systems |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Rivacold makes
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and produces compressor-condenser units, heat exchangers, and transport refrigeration systems, including transcritical CO2 units.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Battery (source: rivacold.com).
Certifications
Rivacold is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — rivacold.com
Trade and customs footprint
Rivacold announced the entry of its ADAPTIX technology for CO2 refrigeration systems in October 2026, following a retrofit project announced in August 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 35 inbound shipments across 4 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Italy · Spain · The Bahamas.
Latest developments
2026-10-20 — Rivacold Introduces ADAPTIX Technology for CO2 Refrigeration Systems - Refindustry (refindustry.com)
2026-08-19 — Rivacold CO2 CDUs R290 Monoblocs Retrofit Vermont Food Co-op (naturalrefrigerants.com)
2026-07-16 — Transpotec 2026: Rivacold eyes European transport refrigeration expansion as Italian specialist targets UK market (truckandbusbuilder.com)
2026-05-13 — Rivacold erweitert Vertriebsteam der D-A-CH Region | Kälte Luft Klima (kaelte-luft-klima.de)
2026-01-29 — Bacciardi Partners on Rivacold’s entry into Spain - Iberian Lawyer (iberianlawyer.com)
2026-01-29 — Bacciardi Partners with RIVACOLD to strengthen its presence in Spain (bacciardipartners.it)
Company details
Rivacold reported in July 2026 that it was pursuing European transport refrigeration expansion, including the UK market, and in January 2026 it was reported to be entering Spain. Rivacold was founded in 1966, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Vallefoglia, Marche. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 60 years in operation (founded 1966). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Rivacold make?
Rivacold is an Italian manufacturer of industrial and commercial refrigeration systems, heat exchangers, and transport refrigeration units, headquartered in Vallefoglia, Marche, Italy. Founded in 1966, the company has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $100 to $250 million, and it is privately held. Its products serve automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment customers. In August 2026, the company reported a CO2 and R-290 monobloc retrofit at a US food co-op, reflecting its focus on natural refrigerants.
Where is Rivacold headquartered?
Rivacold is headquartered in Vallefoglia, Marche (Montecchio, Vallefoglia, Marche, 61022).
When was Rivacold founded?
Rivacold was founded in 1966.
How big is Rivacold?
Rivacold has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
What certifications does Rivacold hold?
Rivacold lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Rivacold import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 35 inbound shipments for Rivacold, with top origins including Italy · Spain · The Bahamas.
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