BRUcargo launches COVID-19 vaccine taskforce
In anticipation of an influx of COVID-19 vaccine shipments, Brussels Airport and Air Cargo Belgium launch the BRUcure pharma taskforce. BRUcure is focused on preparing the community and its physical and digital infrastructure specifically for […]
Air France KLM upgrades Schiphol Pharma Hub for Covid-19 vaccines
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) is constructing a new climate-cool room at its Schiphol Pharma Hub, in preparation for the distribution of Covid-19 vaccines. The vaccines will be handled by the recently formed […]
Schiphol’s pharma community prepares for vaccine surge
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol’s Pharma Cargo Community is ramping up in preparation for the substantial logistics task of handling billions of Covid-19 vaccine doses. The collaboration brings together members from across the cool supply chain, Dutch […]
TIACA, Pharma.Aero create COVID vaccine logistics guidance
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) and Pharma.Aero join forces to develop global guidance for the air cargo industry to enable optimal transportation of the COVID-19 vaccine. The working group will consist of members of […]
United, Commodity Forwarders uplift perishables to Guam on new service
United Cargo, in collaboration with food-logistics company Commodity Forwarders Inc. (CFI), moves nearly 86,180 kg of fresh produce to Guam for the US Department of Agriculture’s Coronavirus Farm Assistance Program. A variety of fresh fruits […]
Beyond Meat enters China’s supermarkets with Alibaba’s Freshippo
Los Angeles-based Beyond Meat making its first foray into mainland China’s supermarkets in partnership with Alibaba’s Freshippo stores. Beyond Meat’s flagship product, Beyond Burger – a plant-based burger designed to replicate the flavour and texture […]
DHL Forwarding, AF-KLM partner on pharma data transparency
DHL Global Forwarding and Air France KLM Martinair (AF-KLM) Cargo are improving transparency in the pharmaceutical logistics chain with a new shipment data sharing solution. The two companies have created a direct host-to-host connection to […]
LATAM Cargo expands pharma network as Covid demand surges
LATAM Cargo is extending its specialised pharma solution as demand for international pharmaceutical transportation to Latin America surges as the Covid-19 pandemic ravages across Latin America. LATAM’s PHARMA solution is CEIV Pharma certified and offers […]
Sheremetyevo sees jump in cargo, mostly medical shipments
Cargo-only traffic through Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO) increased by 3.5 fold from 1 May to 18 May compared to the same period in April, on the back of urgent Covid-related medical shipments. In all, Moscow […]
UPS teams up with Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories on pharma
UPS Healthcare collaborated with Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories to move 30 tonnes of pharmaceuticals from India to the US via Europe. The sensitive cargo had to be shipped within a controlled temperature range to ensure product […]
Emirates boosts service to 67 cities including 58 cargo-only pax
Emirates SkyCargo is commencing dedicated cargo flights on a scheduled weekly basis to 67 global destinations across six continents from the first week of May. This includes 11 destinations in the Middle East, seven in […]
Emirates maintaining UAE food supplies, supporting global producers
Emirates SkyCargo has utilised the cargo capacity on its B777 freighter and B777-300ER passenger freighter aircraft to help maintain and replenish food supplies in the UAE during the Covid-19 pandemic. The air cargo carrier has […]
United bumps up Covid-19 cool chain response with DoKaSch
United Cargo enhances its TempControl service as Covid-19 stirs pharma demand, by becoming the first US carrier to lease temperature-controlled ULDs manufactured by DoKaSch Temperature Solutions. The new global rental agreement with DoKaSch enables United […]
Pharma.Aero gains two new members, first in ME
Pharma.Aero recently announced two new Full Members to its air pharma network: Etihad Cargo and Air India SATS. Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, positions itself as the first Middle East […]
Ethiopian taps its Pharma Wing facilities for covid response
In response to the growing demand for air cargo services following the spread of COVID-19, Ethiopian has been deploying its cargo capacity to facilitate the flow of essential cargo such as medical supplies and other […]
SpiceJet operates India’s first cargo-on-seat flight
SpiceJet operated the country’s first cargo-on-seat flight carrying vital supplies in the passenger cabin and belly space domestically from Delhi (DEL) to Chennai (MAA) today. The airline deployed a B737 NG aircraft after gaining approval […]
CSafe enhances operational training, cert programme
CSafe Global, a global provider of passive temperature-controlled container solutions for the transport of life-enhancing pharmaceuticals, launched an improved operational training and certification programme for customers today. With the release of the CSafe RAP in […]
WFS’ new Paris Pharma Centre handles record shipment
Worldwide Flight Services’ (WFS) new Pharma Centre at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) has handled its biggest single shipment so far of 34 temperature-controlled containers for customers AirBridgeCargo Airlines and Kuehne + Nagel. Maintained […]
Air Canada Cargo set to begin Toronto–Brussels service
Air Canada Cargo is set to begin a new non-stop five-days a week service between Toronto (YYZ) and Brussels (BRU) offering belly capacity on B787-8 aircraft. The year-round flights start 1 May, complementing the carrier’s […]
Cargo-partner’s iLogistics Center gains organic certification
Cargo-partner’s iLogistics Center next to Prague Airport (PRG) has been certified for the storage and handling of organic products according to the EU Eco-regulation. The modern logistics facility provides a total of 10,900 sqm of […]
Cool Chain Association joins Cargo iQ pilot
The Cool Chain Association (CCA) is backing a new Cargo iQ initiative for Care Mapping in the temperature-controlled supply chain. CCA members will join an Advisory Board supporting Cargo iQ’s Pilot Programme, which aims to […]
Worldwide Flight Services earns IATA CEIV at CDG Pharma Centre
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has been awarded IATA CEIV Pharma certification for its new EUR 10 million Pharma Centre at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) for the handling of temperature-controlled healthcare and life science […]
CSafe continues global growth with expanded ICN facility
Global provider of active temperature-controlled container solutions for pharmaceuticals, CSafe Global, broadens its footprint with the opening of an enlarged and expanded service center facility at Incheon International Airport (ICN). CSafe says the new service […]
Yusen expands Antwerp ops with new pharma warehouse
Pharmaceutical companies in Benelux will have access to expanded logistics facilities as pharma logistics specialist Yusen Logistics adds a 13,000 pallet highly automated warehouse to its Antwerp operation. The new facility is an extension of […]
Envirotainer’s India station upgrades a boon for Cathay
Cathay Pacific Cargo has strengthened its array of temperature-controlled options for shipments from India, after supplier Envirotainer upgraded its active container inventory at two of its stations. Envirotainer now provides all four types of its […]
New Swissport Air Cargo Warehouse at Frankfurt gets its cornerstone
Fraport and Swissport Cargo Services Deutschland lay the foundation stone for Swissport’s new airfreight facility at Frankfurt Airport (FRA), marking another milestone in the future development of FRA as a key airfreight hub. The building […]
CSafe expands service centres with Switzerland, Sweden
CSafe Global opens new service centers in Switzerland and Sweden to meet what it says is “soaring demand” for CSafe active containers across Europe. CSafe, a global provider active temperature-controlled container solutions for the pharmaceutical […]
CSafe Global launches new passive pharma packaging
CSafe Global is launching its new AcuTemp Plus Series to address the cold chain needs of commercial pharma, clinical trials, and cell and gene therapies. The passive packaging features high-performing Vacuum Insulated Panels (VIP) and […]
Swissport opens Brussels Airport pharma centre
Swissport International opens its state-of-the-art Pharma Center for temperature-sensitive cargo shipments at Brussels Airport (BRU). The new facility offers 3,620 sqm of temperature-controlled warehouse space, providing clients with an end-to-end cool chain. Once completed the […]
WFS gains GDP certs for Joburg, Cape Town facilities
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has become the first air cargo handling company in South Africa to be awarded Good Distribution Practice (GDP) certifications for its temperature-controlled pharma facilities, in Johannesburg and Cape Town. This latest […]
DoKaSch receives FAA approval for temp-controlled containers
DoKaSch Temperature Solutions has received the approval for its Opticooler RAP, a temperature-controlled air cargo container, from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). With this approval, DoKaSch will be able to cooperate with US-Airlines and it […]
LOT Cargo signs lease agreement with CSafe Global
LOT Cargo signs a Master Lease Agreement with CSafe Global to extend cold-chain transportation offerings to their life-science customers who ship temperature-sensitive and life-enhancing products to patients around the globe. “This is big step in […]
Air France KLM’s Columbia ops FlowerWatch approved
Air France KLM Martinair (AF-KLM) Cargo is now flying flowers out of Columbia under its FlowerWatch quality assurance system. The carrier group’s unique degree-hour controlled shipping method has been specially designed to handle delicate flowers. […]
Pharma logistics looks to big data, drones and supplier solutions
Smart data applications, unmanned aircraft, and supplier management solutions were top of the agenda during the recent two-day Pharma and Biosciences Conference organised by the Cool Chain Association (CCA). In the case of pharma manufacturer […]
Emirates begins partnership with B2B Seafood Souq
Emirates SkyCargo and Seafood Souq have kicked off their partnership with a batch of salmon arriving in Dubai in the cargo hold of an Emirates passenger flight from Glasgow on 6 September. The shipment of […]
WFS sets “new standard” with Copenhagen pharma opening
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has set a new standard for the handling of pharmaceutical products in Copenhagen Airport (CPH) with the official opening of its new state-of-the-art pharma facility, says Morten T Mortensen, the airport’s […]
WFS invests €10 million in new CDG pharma centre
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) is investing EUR 10 million in a new Pharma Centre at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to expand its range of services for airline and freight forwarder customers. This investment […]
Air Canada expands cool chain handling at Toronto Pearson
Air Canada is extending its collaboration with GTA dnata at its new facility in Toronto (YYZ) to include all perishable shipments booked as AC Fresh. Effective 16 September 2019 all AC Cool Chain shipments originating […]
Global animal health company Zoetis joins Pharma.Aero
Zoetis is the newest member joining Pharma.Aero as a Strategic Pharma Shipper Member, joining current group of Pharma Shippers – Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson and MSD. The addition of a new pharma shipper strengthens Pharma.Aero […]
Panalpina’s new German healthcare logistics centre awarded GDP
Panalpina’s newly opened Healthcare Logistics Centre in Weiterstadt near Frankfurt/Main (FRA) has obtained Good Distribution Practice (GDP) certification. With the GDP certification, Panalpina says it is now ready to assist healthcare customers with the handling, […]
CSafe Global opens expanded Amsterdam facility
CSafe Global is opening an expanded Service Centre near Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), increasing its operational footprint in Europe. This expanded facility will enable CSafe to extend their support and service reach within the BENELUX […]
United launches TempControl service to MEX
United Cargo is expanding its specialised service for pharmaceuticals, healthcare material and other temperature-sensitive cargo to Mexico and adding new TempControl stations in Europe and the US. Through an interline agreement with all-cargo carrier AeroUnion, […]
Pharma logistics survey highlights temp excursion problem
A Pelican BioThermal survey of key opinion leaders uncovers key biopharma industry trends including the increasing quality demands of shippers on the back of frequent and not insignificant temperature excursions. Pelican BioThermal, a global provider […]
WFS doubles-down on its Copenhagen investment
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) is future-proofing its cargo handling operations at Copenhagen Airport (CPH) with the lease of a further facility to support the growing volumes of its airline and freight forwarding customers. On 1 […]
Fresh food e-commerce becoming very big business in China
Fresh food e-commerce in China is forecast to hit a total gross merchandise value (GMV) of CNY 495 billion (USD 72 billion) by the end of 2021, as cool chains improve and hybrid online/offline models […]
Kuehne + Nagel preferred partner at Vienna’s pharma centre
Vienna International Airport (VIE) signs a partnership agreement with Kuehne + Nagel (K+N) on pharma freight handling at its new 1,600 sqm Vienna Pharma Handling Center (VPHC). K+N is now utilising this highly specialised service […]
FedEx Express kicks off new Miami-Columbia B767F service
FedEx Express has begun a new six-times weekly B767-300F service between Miami (MIA) and Columbia’s Bogota and Medellin from 1 July. The service is part of what the US express company says is its “aircraft […]
Dachser India receives IATA CEIV Pharma cert
Dachser India is now CEIV Pharma certified, recognising the company for its excellence in transporting Life Science and Healthcare (LSH) products. The certification, by the International Airport Transport Association (IATA), for Dachser’s Mumbai and Hyderabad […]
Swiss WorldCargo expands partnership with CSafe
SWISS WorldCargo has approved the CSafe RAP for lift on their fleet of wide-bodied aircraft with this partnership opening several new lanes for the CSafe RAP. SWISS WorldCargo serves over 100 destinations across the globe […]
SkyCell and United Cargo partner on US pharma market
SkyCell and United Cargo have announced a partnership which makes United the first US carrier to lease and transport the temperature-sensitive containers manufactured by SkyCell. SkyCell is a Swiss-based, award-winning provider of temperature-controlled containers […]