Newark, NJ – PLM Fleet, a leading provider of refrigerated trailer leasing, rental, maintenance, and fleet management solutions, will exhibit at the International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) Solutions Conference 2026 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas, September 13-15. Attendees are invited to visit PLM Fleet at Booth #323 to learn how refrigerated fleet strategies can improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen supply chain performance.
During the event, PLM Fleet’s Vice President of Supply Chain Solutions, Don Durm, will share his expertise in a featured educational session focused on helping food distributors unlock greater value throughout the trailer asset lifecycle.
Featured Session
Competitive Advantage Through Asset Management: What Best-in-Class Fleets See Across the Full Lifecycle
Monday, September 14 | 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Henry B. González Convention Center | Room 006CD
In this session, Durm will explore how leading fleets leverage data-driven asset management strategies to improve trailer utilization, optimize maintenance performance, plan equipment replacement cycles, and manage total cost of ownership. Attendees will gain practical insights into how trailer lifecycle management can create a competitive advantage while supporting service reliability, safety, sustainability, and long-term profitability.
As Vice President of Supply Chain Solutions at PLM Fleet, Durm brings decades of experience in transportation, fleet operations, and supply chain optimization. He works closely with private fleets and food distribution leaders to develop strategies around trailer specification, maintenance planning, utilization optimization, asset replacement, and emerging technologies.
Recognized as a leading voice in refrigerated transportation and cold chain operations, Durm regularly shares best practices on fleet productivity, risk mitigation, supply chain resilience, and asset lifecycle management. His accomplishments include being named a Food Logistics 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree, reflecting his significant contributions to refrigerated fleet management and supply chain innovation throughout his career.
“Food distributors face increasing pressure to maximize fleet performance while controlling operating costs,” said Durm. “Understanding how assets perform across their full lifecycle is critical to making smarter decisions that improve reliability, increase efficiency, and support long-term business goals.”
Throughout the conference, PLM Fleet representatives will be available at Booth #323 to discuss refrigerated trailer leasing and rental solutions, fleet maintenance programs, and strategies for optimizing trailer performance across the supply chain.
For more information about PLM Fleet and its refrigerated fleet solutions, visit http://www.plmfleet.com.
About PLM Fleet
PLM Fleet is a leading provider of refrigerated trailer leasing, rental, maintenance, and fleet management solutions. For decades, the company has helped food producers, distributors, and transportation providers maximize fleet performance, improve cold chain reliability, and achieve operational excellence through flexible equipment and service solutions.