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Cargolux Partner of choice for pharmaceutical freight
Renowned airline Cargolux, with hubs in Europe and China, is a leading player in transporting pharmaceuticals. Cargo Magazine spoke with Chris Nielen, Vice President EMEA, about this type of cargo and its specific requirements for transport.
What are Cargolux’s pharmaceutical capabilities? Transporting pharmaceuticals, including vaccines, is part of Cargolux’s everyday mission. Considerable investments have been made to establish stringent processes and develop the necessary infrastructure for optimal care. In order to allow for enhanced peace of mind, the airline’s two hubs in Luxembourg (LUX) and Zhengzhou (CGO) are both GDP certified, and an interactive map giving an overview of GHA capabilities at both origin and destination airports is available on the company’s website.
How does Cargolux ensure safe and efficient transport for these delicate commodities? Health and safety are among the company’s highest priorities and Cargolux is strongly committed to playing its role in preserving global welfare. A dedicated team of experts handles all pharma and healthcare-related shipments to ensure a customized solution is devised for each transport. This ensures the highest standards are upheld throughout the transport process. Cargolux was the first airline to achieve GDP certification and passed its latest re-certification audit at the beginning of 2021, a reflection of its commitment to safe and seamless handling.
Cargolux is a recognized industry leader when it comes to the transport of medical commodities including pharmaceutical goods, vaccines, and relief material. The airline has a dedicated transport solution, CV pharma, developed to ensure each shipment’s specific needs are met. Delivering life-saving products is a great responsibility and one that Cargolux takes seriously.
Each healthcare product requires different carriage conditions. What measures are taken to ensure every shipment is handled appropriately? Providing first-rate services and end-to-end transport solutions is Cargolux’s promise to its customers. Pharmaceutical products are highly sensitive, a consideration that the airline takes into account for each shipment. The cool chain is a central
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