SpiceJet has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with cargo handler GMR Hyderabad Air Cargo (GHAC) as it aims to provide a ‘seamless’ service for Covid-19 vaccine manufacturers in the region. As part of the deal, the airline’s cargo arm SpiceXpress will provide the first-mile pickup and last-mile delivery of Covid-19 vaccines across the domestic and international markets. It will also build on a sustainable cold chain network to make sure that the vaccines are transported … [Read more...] about SpiceJet, GMR Hyderabad Air Cargo prepare for vaccine distribution in India
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Alibaba’s Cainiao taps Ethiopian Cargo to move vaccines from Shenzhen to Africa
Cainiao Network, the logistics arms of Alibaba, announced a partnership with Ethiopian Airlines that will ensure efficient transport of Chinese vaccines once approved to the Middle East and Africa. Operating out of Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX), which received CEIV Pharma certification from IATA, Cainiao said this will be China's first regular cross-border medical cold chain route for transporting COVID-19 vaccines once regulatory approval is on the table. The route … [Read more...] about Alibaba’s Cainiao taps Ethiopian Cargo to move vaccines from Shenzhen to Africa
AirBridgeCargo Airlines ships vaccine candidate for clinical trials
AirBridgeCargo Airlines successfully delivered CanSinoBIO's Covid-19 vaccine candidate in partnership with UPS/Marken. This marked its first completed vaccine transportation from Beijing (China) to an unmentioned destination as part of clinical trials in various countries across the globe. Also read: Volga-Dnepr Group introduces healthcare team to lead vaccine distribution The carrier’s Boeing 747 freighter carried a total of 6,000 doses of the Ad5-nCoV vaccine, weighing almost 400 … [Read more...] about AirBridgeCargo Airlines ships vaccine candidate for clinical trials
Cold chain group, IATA agree on polishing pharma handling and transport standards
The Cool Chain Association (CCA) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) supporting the drive for the safe, sustainable transport of perishables and pharmaceuticals. CCA and IATA have joined forces as part of a common goal to improve the quality of the temperature-controlled supply chain by sharing feedback, experiences, knowledge, and best practice. Also read: IATA rolls out platform to show capacity and services availability … [Read more...] about Cold chain group, IATA agree on polishing pharma handling and transport standards
WFS’ Project Coldstream prepares for global air transport of vaccine
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has launched “Project Coldstream” to coordinate its response to the anticipated global transport of some 16 billion doses of COVID-19 vaccine. Led by Mike Duffy, WFS’ EVP for innovation, the taskforce is working closely with airlines, forwarders, logistics providers, government agencies and trade associations, including Pharma.Aero and TIACA, to clearly understand temperature and handling requirements. WFS said the group will be responsible for developing … [Read more...] about WFS’ Project Coldstream prepares for global air transport of vaccine