Cool Chain

Changi Ready Taskforce gears up for the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines into Singapore and the region

Changi Airport is well-positioned to serve as a regional hub in Southeast Asia and Southwest Pacific, to support the efficient distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. Singapore Airlines operates multiple weekly flights from each of the key European pharmaceutical export hubs, such as Amsterdam, Brussels and Frankfurt, and has an extensive network in Southeast Asia and Southwest Pacific. In addition, leading global integrators – such as DHL, FedEX and UPS – have established their regional hubs in Singapore with strong network connectivity from Changi Airport.

Changi’s extensive air network is complemented by Singapore’s position as a leading sea-port. With seamless air-sea connectivity, Singapore will also be able to offer customised solutions for pharmaceutical manufacturers to distribute their vaccines into the region in the steady state.

Global Collaboration

Both CAG and SATS are also part of the global task force Project Sunrays – a joint initiative between The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) and Pharma.Aero. This project aims to create transparency between pharma shippers and the global air cargo industry and establish useful guidelines for the air cargo industry to ensure the proper handling, storage, and transportation of high volume COVID-19 vaccines.

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