Pharmaceuticals

IAG Cargo records uplift in Constant Climate volumes

IAG Cargo has revealed a 22% increase in Constant Climate volumes in 2024 compared to 2023, showing high demand for temperature-controlled air freight in the pharmaceutical industry.

IATA recognises San Juan as a pharma handling hub

Luis Munoz Marin International Airport has been recognised by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as a certified pharma handling hub.

Alexion switches to SAF for DHL Express deliveries

DHL Express has signed a partnership with Alexion AstraZeneca Rare Disease to transport highly specialised medicines manufactured in Ireland using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

Swiss Airtainer completes first commercial shipments

Swiss Airtainer has completed the first 50 commercial shipments of high-value life science products using its RKN temperature-controlled container.

Puerto Rico life science community embraces CEIV Pharma

Seven members of the Puerto Rico Life Sciences Air Cargo Community have achieved IATA CEIV Pharma following a programme to boost the quality of cold chain operations.

LATAM Cargo and Delta Cargo integrate pharma networks

LATAM Cargo and Delta Cargo are expanding their collaboration for transporting pharmaceuticals on routes between North and South America.

Swiss Airtainer receives funding from private investors

Swiss Airtainer has received pre-round A funding from a consortium of private investors to accelerate production of its active temperature-controlled containers.

Envirotainer and va-Q-tec complete integration

Envirotainer has completed its integration with va-Q-tec, with the combined company using their shared expertise to develop innovative cold chain solutions.

Swiss WorldCargo renews IATA CEIV Pharma certificate

Swiss WorldCargo has renewed its IATA CEIV Pharma certificate for a second time following an audit by independent auditors.

Swissport renews CEIV Pharma at Frankfurt Airport

Swissport has renewed IATA CEIV Pharma certification at its Frankfurt Airport cargo centre.

DHL Global Forwarding renews CEIV Pharma certificate

DHL Global Forwarding has renewed IATA CEIV Pharma certification following audits and on-site training at 33 stations worldwide.

SkyCell and Ivoclar fill in reverse logistics

SkyCell is partnering with dental and medical company Ivoclar to optimise reverse logistics by filling empty containers for their return journeys.