SeaCube was proud to serve as an official sponsor of Sail4th 250 by providing 5 branded portable refrigerated containers during the multi-day celebration honoring America’s 250th anniversary from July 3–8, 2026, in New York Harbor.
From July 3-8, 2026, the specially branded SeaCube refrigerated containers will support operations at five viewing stations throughout New York and New Jersey, helping ensure food and beverages remain cold, fresh, and safe for the thousands of attendees expected to gather along the waterfront for this historic event.
The Sail4th 250 celebration will bring one of the world’s largest gatherings of tall ships and naval vessels into New York/New Jersey Harbor, where international fleets will sail past the Statue of Liberty in tribute to America’s semi-quincentennial. The event will also include the Seventh International Naval Review hosted by the U.S. Navy, featuring more than 53 U.S. and international naval vessels.
“SeaCube is incredibly proud to be part of such an important milestone in our nation’s history,” said Bob Sappio, CEO of SeaCube. “Supporting Sail4th 250 not only enables us to showcase our equipment and logistics capabilities, but also the critical role portable cold storage plays in large-scale events where food safety, reliability, and operational flexibility are essential.”
“Having SeaCube on board with Sail4th 250 helped make our beverage operations run smoothly across every site, even with the scale and complexity of an event this size,” said Chris O’Brien, President, Sail4th 250. “The company’s dependable cold storage was especially vital during the July 4 weekend heat wave in New York.”
In addition to supplying the refrigerated containers, SeaCube is coordinating specialized refrigerated transportation logistics for the event, including barge delivery operations to Governors Island to ensure equipment is positioned where it is needed throughout the harbor celebration.
SeaCube Cold Solutions, a SeaCube company, specializes in providing flexible, portable refrigerated storage for both short-term events and long-term operational needs nationwide. From festivals, sporting events, and public celebrations to grocery stores, florists, restaurants, food distributors, and emergency response operations, the company delivers dependable cold storage solutions wherever temporary or supplemental refrigeration is needed.
With a national network, superior refrigerated equipment, and responsive customer support, SeaCube Cold Solutions helps businesses and organizations maintain safe temperatures for food, beverages, floral products, and other temperature-sensitive inventory during peak seasons, renovations, emergencies, and special events. Backed by SeaCube Containers, the company offers scalable refrigerated storage and transport solutions designed to support customers anywhere in the United States.
SeaCube Cold Solutions is a leading national provider of portable cold storage in the United States, delivering scalable, energy-efficient refrigeration solutions to customers across food distribution, grocery retail, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, events, and logistics. Backed by the global expertise of SeaCube Container Leasing, SeaCube Cold Solutions offers a modern fleet, advanced digital monitoring technologies, and a rapidly expanding depot and transportation network that ensures fast delivery and dependable performance nationwide. With a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer partnership, SeaCube Cold Solutions provides the reliable cold storage capacity businesses need to protect product quality, reduce waste, and remain agile in a dynamic marketplace. For more information, visit https://seacubecoldsolutions.com.
About SeaCube Container Leasing
SeaCube is one of the largest purchasers and lessors of refrigerated containers in the world and is committed to investing in technologically advanced and innovative equipment solutions that safeguard cargo, improve service reliability, and help its clients reduce their carbon footprints while increasing profitability. SeaCube pairs its differentiated offering with an experienced team of industry professionals to create customized rental, lease and financing programs, provide premier customer support, and deliveri added value. For more information, visit https://seacubecontainers.com.
About Sail4th
Sail4th 250 is a non-partisan, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and the successor to Operation Sail, Inc. — the organization President Kennedy endorsed in 1961 to use spectacular tall ship gatherings to “promote international friendship, maritime heritage, and support for sail training.” On July 4, 2026, Sail4th 250 will host the Grand Parade of Sail alongside the International Naval Review 250, creating the largest maritime gathering in U.S. history. Sail4th 250 is part of the Sail250® America five-city East Coast consortium. www.sail4th.org






