Pharma logistics
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NewsUPS completes Frigo-Trans and BPL acquisitions
UPS has completed the acquisition of Germany-based Frigo-Trans and its sister company BPL, which provide complex healthcare logistics solutions across Europe.
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NewsLufthansa Cargo recaps most unusual 2024 shipments
An aircraft turbine, a red panda and unique artwork were amongst the most unusual shipments transported by Lufthansa Cargo in 2024.
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NewsPuerto Rico air cargo community scoops CEIV Pharma certification
Seven members of the Puerto Rico Life Sciences Air Cargo Community programme are now IATA’s CEIV Pharma certified
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NewsPharma.Aero validates Hong Kong-Miami pharma corridor
Image source: Numstocker/ ShutterstockThe Hong Kong-Miami pharma corridor has been successfully validated through Pharma.Aero’s Corridor 3.0 Project.Through the Corridor 3.0 project, Hong Kong International Airport, Miami International Airport and Cathay Cargo have validated the end-to-end transport process for live shipments.The validation demonstrates a 100% success rate, with zero temperature excursions, ...
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NewsLATAM and Delta expand partnership on pharma transport
Source: LATAM CargoLATAM Cargo and Delta Cargo are ramping up their partnership on pharma transport with the addition of new stations to the network.The two companies are working together to integrate their pharma networks as part of a wider joining venture between the carriers and have recently added more pharma ...
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NewsWestJet Cargo to launch time-sensitive Priority service
© 2019 Chad Slattery. Source: WestJet CargoWestJet Cargo plans to launch a Priority product for time-sensitive shipments that gives top priority for loading and transport, guaranteeing that shipments travel on specific flights.Available from November 4 across the WestJet Cargo network, the Priority service is designed to meet the needs of ...
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NewsVirgin resurrects cargo-only Brussels flights
Source: Virgin Atlantic CargoVirgin Atlantic will resurrect its cargo-focused flights between Heathrow and Brussels, this time utilising passenger aircraft to carry cargo.Today, the UK carrier announced the addition of daily flights to Brussels using its Airbus A330-300 and Airbus A350-1000 aircraft.The flights will start on October 27 and run until ...
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UK’s cold chain sector faces opportunities and challenges
Some pointers about the possible future shape and direction of air cargo’s cold chain component, led by a more productive relationship with the new government, were outlined at the recent Cold Chain Live event in the UK.Figures made available at the conference from the 2024 Cold Chain Report show air ...
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NewsAmerican Airlines Cargo continues the roll out of CEIV Pharma certifications
Source: American Airlines CargoAmerican Airlines Cargo has achieved CEIV Pharma certification at its stations at New York JFK (JFK) and Puerto Rico's Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU).The carrier said that the certifications underscore its "commitment to quality in Life Sciences handling, as the process evaluates safety, compliance, consistency, and ...
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MSC Air Cargo gains CEIV Pharma
MSC Air Cargo has achieved the IATA CEIV Pharma certification as the company responds to growing pharma volumes.The certification is used by companies to demonstrate that their pharma operations meet the standards set by IATA, which set a benchmark for the handling, storage, and transportation of pharmaceutical products, ensuring adherence ...
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Qatar Cargo adds a range of product upgrades
Qatar Airways Cargo has launched a set of solutions that can be added to existing cargo products.The new AirPlus Solutions provide customers with three additional options: Q-Climate, Q-Plus and Q-Prime.The Q-Climate option provides temperature-control for its general cargo and vulnerable cargo product categories. This option includes ramp protection against external ...
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Swissport is certified for pharma in Madrid and Barcelona
Swissport's cargo centers in Madrid (MAD) and Barcelona (BCN) have achieved Good Distribution Practice (GDP) certification for pharmaceutical handling.The ground handler said in a LinkedIn post today that the certification would strengthen its pharmaceutical logistics business."This certification highlights our commitment to the safe handling, storage, and transportation of medicines and ...
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NewsLATAM Cargo triples flights at Brussels Airport
Photo: Brussels Airport LATAM Cargo will next month triple the number of flights it carries out to Brussels Airport to boost transport of perishables and pharmaceuticals. Santiago, Chile-headquartered LATAM Cargo has been operating to Brussels Airport with four flights a week since March 2023, but will up ...
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NewsUPS grows healthcare logistics capabilities with acquisitions
Photo: UPS UPS has struck a deal to grow its healthcare logistics capabilities with the acquisition of Germany-based Frigo-Trans and its sister company BPL. Once completed, the acquisitions will boost end-to-end temperature-sensitive and time-critical logistics services throughout Europe, said the US-headquartered company. “The fast-paced innovation in the ...
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NewsPuerto Rico healthcare exports take off
Manuel Cidre Manuel Cidre, Secretary of the Department of Economic Development and Commerce The Puerto Rico Life Sciences Air Cargo Community is reporting steady growth of life sciences exports and has attracted new cargo capacity, according to figures provided by air cargo consulting, data and software specialist, ...
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NewsCSafe introduces reusable Silverpod pallet
Source: CSafeCSafe, a provider of a range of thermal shipping solutions for the pharmaceutical cold chain, has launched a new model of its Silverpod pallet shipper that is designed to help users save on disposal costs and improve environmental sustainability.The Silverpod MAX RE, based on CSafe’s single-use Silverpod MAX passive ...
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NewsAir Cargo News Awards finalists revealed!
Air Cargo News is delighted to reveal the finalists for this year's Air Cargo News Awards.The team of 10 independent judges analysed more than 70 entries across nine awards to narrow down a shortlist of 38 companies.The winners will be honoured by Air Cargo News and the wider air cargo ...
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NewsSwiss WorldCargo is recertified for IATA CEIV Pharma
Photo: Swiss WorldCargoSwiss WorldCargo has once again been re-awarded with IATA’s CEIV Pharma (Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics) certification.The re-certification for the airfreight division of Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) was confirmed following an audit operated by IATA’s independent auditors.In 2018, IATA first awarded Swiss WorldCargo ...
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NewsSwissport adds pharma shipment consolidation service in Basel
Source: SwissportSwissport has opened a new "Cool+Connect" pharma facility at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse that allows it to consolidate shipments at the airport and reduce truck journeys.The new facility is larger than the existing pharma area at 20 m x 5 m and expands Swissport's overall pharma capacity at the airport from ...
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NewsSwissport Frankfurt recertified by IATA for pharma
Swissport's air cargo centre at Frankfurt Airport. Photo: SwissportSwissport's air cargo centre at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) has been reawarded with IATA’s CEIV Pharma (Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics) certification.The certification demonstrates a company's rigorous adherence to the quality and security standards essential for handling sensitive pharmaceuticals.“The ...