Peter Green Chilled Ransomware Disrupts Food Deliveries

Peter Green Chilled, a major UK logistics provider serving supermarkets such as Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Lidl, and Aldi, was hit by a ransomware attack that began on May 14, disrupting its order processing but not halting transport operations. The incident has left thousands of pallets, including perishable goods like meat from The Black Farmer, stranded in warehouses and at risk of spoilage. The company has issued workarounds and regular updates, but uncertainty persists about when normal service will resume. Communication issues have emerged, with some clients unable to obtain information or reach the company directly. This attack follows similar cyber incidents at retailers like M&S and Co-op, highlighting growing risks to the UK food supply chain. Experts warn that such attacks threaten both digital security and the physical distribution of time-sensitive goods.