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Q&A Part III: Packaging Critical for World Courier’s Global Healthcare Shipments

Examining the challenges posed by biologics and temperature-sensitive products through the supply chain.

World Courier’s Cocoon passive pallet shipper uses vacuum-insulated panels and phase-change materials.
World Courier’s Cocoon passive pallet shipper uses vacuum-insulated panels and phase-change materials.

Part II of this story examined the role of global regulations and personalized therapies in World Courier’s logistics strategy. In Part I, the company discussed its global logistics and supply chain strategies in an exclusive interview with Volker Kirchner, Director of Temperature Control Solutions at World Courier, and Michael Fleischer, Global Director Quality, Transport Division at World Courier, Germany.

HCP: What adjustments has World Courier made in recent years to accommodate developing biologic and combination product therapies, and what challenges do you and product manufacturers face to get such product shipments safely to the point of use?

Fleischer: With the increased globalization of supply chains and the emergence of high-value products like cell and gene therapies, there is a heightened demand for strict quality and temperature control measures to ensure product quality and integrity throughout long-distance deliveries.

Executing the logistics of cell and gene therapies, in particular, is a challenge like no other as the products involve living cells with extremely limited shelf life. We work with manufacturers early in the development stages to help them build scalable and reliable processes that support patient, provider and payer requirements and drive commercial success. Through our integrated logistics platform, we are driving innovation into the cell and gene therapy supply chain to ensure patients benefit from these life-changing therapies.

In March, we launched international personalized supply chain teams that support three specialty areas—all of which experienced double-digit growth—that include cell and gene therapy. The technical experts deliver a service tailored to specific requirements and, ultimately, connect patients with the vital treatments they need. We also opened four new offices in key markets in Asia and Europe, which enable us to build relationships with local customs and regulatory authorities and better position us to serve our customers’ unique needs, such as the growing demand for temperature control solutions.

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