Rhenus launches temperature-controlled perishable handling facility at London-Heathrow

Rhenus has unveiled an investment in a temperature-controlled perishables facility for the handling of fresh products at the company’s London Heathrow base. Replete with security and storage capability, the launch forms part of a strategy to provide customers with enhanced perishables logistics...

Hactl launches new Cool Chain Complex at Hong Kong International Airport

Hactl has launched its new Cool Chain Complex (CCC), providing handling for temperature-controlled shipments. The facility is the largest at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), and the first to include a dedicated climate-controlled facility for storing dangerous substances. The new CCC en...

Envirotainer to cut down supply chain emissions

Envirotainer has unveiled a commitment to reduce its total carbon footprint. The company has set extensive science-based targets aimed at reducing emissions not just from its direct operations but also, crucially, from its entire supply chain. Envirotainer has outlined a clear path to lower it...

va-Q-tec unveils “Thermal Coat” at Air Cargo India 2024

The introduction of va-Q-tec latest product, "Thermal Coat", was announced at Air Cargo India 2024, which took place at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. Thermal Coat was unveiled by industry leaders such as Dr. Ravi Prakash Marthur from Dr. Reddys Laboratories and Christopher J. Storch,...

Etihad Cargo continues strong cool chain product growth trajectory

Etihad Cargo has achieved year-on-year growth of the carrier's dedicated cool chain products — PharmaLife and FreshForward in 2023. The airline recorded the highest volumes of pharmaceuticals transported in Etihad Cargo's history, achieving a 37 per cent increase in shipments compared to 2022. ...

Pharma.Aero expands global membership with six key additions

Pharma.Aero, the global collaborative platform for life science logistics, announces the addition of six new members, further strengthening its commitment to advancing excellence and fostering collaboration within the industry. DB Schenker and JAS have signed up as full members, while MSC Air Car...

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DoKaSch Temperature Solutions, a leading provider of temperature-controlled logistics solutions, has announced the opening of its new depot in United Arab Emirates. This strategic move strengthens the company's presence in the Middle East and enhances its global network. The new depot is in Du...

Kuehne+Nagel’s Healthcare Air Logistics network receives IATA CEIV Pharma re-certification

Kuehne+Nagel recently completed its third consecutive IATA CEIV Pharma certification of its entire air logistics healthcare network. This important milestone also positions Kuehne+Nagel as the first logistics company to achieve over 100 CEIV Pharma-certified stations. IATA created CEIV Pharma alon...

Tower announces the ‘Evolution’ of the pharmaceutical cold chain

The latest innovation from Tower Cold Chain, a pioneer in passive temperature-controlled containers, offers pharmaceutical manufacturers, airlines and 3PL providers a single solution compatible with U.S. and E.U. pallets – with an ultra-lightweight design. The Evolution 1600 Tower Universal Palle...

Envirotainer supports Canadian biopharmaceutical distribution

Envirotainer, the specialist in temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments, has invested in two key upgrades in Canada. These improvements support the rapidly expanding biopharmaceutical market in the country, strengthening secure pharmaceutical transportation in Canada and beyond. The com...

Etihad Cargo enhances US cool chain capabilities with WFS partnership

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has enhanced its cool chain capabilities in the US through the expansion of the carrier's network with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group. Etihad Cargo's customers will benefit from consistent end-to-end cargo s...

Peli BioThermal exhibit at FlyPharma Europe 2023

Peli BioThermal, the life science industry’s partner from discovery to distribution, will showcase its rapidly expanding global services, flexible rental options and bulk shipper solutions at FlyPharma Europe 2023. At the event the Peli BioThermal team will share their extensive industry knowle...

DoKaSch Temperature Solutions’ Opticooler receives technical approval by American Airlines Cargo

DoKaSch Temperature Solutions achieved technical approval for its Opticooler RKN active containers with American Airlines Cargo. Thus, on all flights operated by the U.S. carrier, forwarders can now use the fast and highly reliable temperature-controlled packaging solution. The technical appro...

Tower Cold Chain accelerates growth with two new senior appointments for the Americas

Following the opening of its new Centre of Excellence facility to support further growth across the Americas, advanced temperature-controlled container specialist, Tower Cold Chain, has continued the expansion of its global team with the appointment of two senior leaders. Sarah Goschy joins as Re...

Cool Chain Association reveals best practices and launches new pharma trial at Airfreight Pharma

The Cool Chain Association (CCA) launched a best practice video for perishables handling at Airfreight Pharma today (21st September), based on key findings from recent trials by CCA member Perishable Products Export Control Board (PPECB). The educational video presents learnings from PPECB’s tw...

Envirotainer expands network capabilities in Americas

Envirotainer, the specialist in secure cold chain solutions for the shipment of temperature sensitive pharmaceuticals, has expanded its network capabilities in the Americas. The company has enhanced its operations and added more containers to handle the increasing volume of orders being shipped f...

DoKaSch Temperature Solutions expands its business in India

The Indian pharmaceutical industry worldwide ranks third in pharmaceutical production by volume, according to the Indian government. In order to position itself even better in this region, DoKaSch Temperature Solutions has announced James Savio as Business Development Manager India. “I want ...

Mark Edwards addresses the Airfreight Pharma conference.

Airfreight Pharma 2023: ‘Increasing value of healthcare treatments versus the value chain needed’

Mark Edwards, managing director of Modalis Logistics Consultancy, led the first talk at Airfreight Pharma 2023 today on 'Increasing value of healthcare treatments versus the value chain needed'. He looked at pharma treatment trends, logistics trends, service requirements and how these can be helped....

Tower continues innovation streak with new product launch at CPHI Barcelona

Temperature-controlled container specialist, Tower Cold Chain will be exhibiting its latest concept and products at the world’s largest pharmaceutical event, CPHI. For the second consecutive year, Tower will be unveiling a new concept on its stand (3E72) which incorporates the company’s accla...

Tower Cold Chain Accelerates Growth with Two New Senior Appointments

Advanced temperature-controlled container specialist, Tower Cold Chain has continued the expansion of its global team with the appointment of a Regional Commercial Manager for EMEA and a Business Development Manager for Ireland. Karin Van Den Brekel joins Tower as Regional Commercial Manager in t...

ANA Cargo Introduces PRIO FRESH Service for International Perishable Airfreight Transport

Japanese carrier ANA Cargo, the freight arm of All Nippon Airways, has taken another stride in enhancing its services by introducing the PRIO FRESH service for international perishable airfreight transport. This new offering is part of the airline's PRIO portfolio of value-added services for inte...

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