For the logistics chain, there is not yet publicly available information on the exact requirements for transporting vaccines.
“It is a known fact that there is always a risk when transporting temperature-sensitive items, that’s why our job is to make sure we protect the product integrity in all possible ways.” says Tommi Voss, Head of Operations at Finnair Cargo.
“We have a dedicated pharma area to manage the arrival and build-up of temperature-controlled cargo. And our aircraft can be parked right outside the terminal which makes the process fast; temperature-sensitive items can be loaded in the plane in under 30 minutes.”
Finnair Cargo has partnered with all major active container manufacturers to further ensure the safe transportation of the vaccines.
Speed and product safety are expected to be the most important deciding factors when designing the supply chain for the Covid-19 vaccine.
“We can offer the shortest flight distance to all major cities between Northern Europe and Asia, due to our location.” says Wildtgrube. “Due to our geographic location, our wide network and operational excellence, we can provide the speed required to carry the vaccines.”
