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First Puerto Rico forwarder gains CEIV Pharma

[ March 21, 2024   //   ]

ETH Cargo Services has become the first member of the Puerto Rico Life Sciences Air Cargo Community to achieve IATA CEIV Pharma certification. The logistics provider offers  air freight, ocean freight, warehousing, and ground transportation services, specialising in pharma logistics and temperature-controlled solutions.

The Departamento de Desarrollo Económico y Comercio (DDEC) has supported the Community since its launch last year and has obtained government funding to invest in CEIV certifications across the Community, securing an 80% subsidy for eight organisations. The 40-member Community includes pharmaceutical and medical manufacturers, forwarders, airports, airlines, and DDEC representatives aims to improve the quality of airfreight and pharma operations on the island.

“The CEIV Pharma certification is a guarantee that we handle our customers’ cargo in line with industry standards, ensuring it arrives intact and avoiding any damage,” said ETH Cargo chief executive, Sascha Herzig. “ETH Cargo has handled temperature-controlled pharma cargo for many years, some of which is life-saving medication – it is paramount that we keep the integrity of the cool chain, and this certification is proof of our dedication to doing just that.”

ETH Cargo will now serve as an example of pharmaceutical handling for the life sciences hub, participating in training initiatives hosted by the Community for smaller organisations in Puerto Rico.

“The cold supply chain is only as strong as its weakest link,” added Herzig. “The training systems that the Community is initiating will ensure that CEIV Pharma standards are implemented and maintained across the hub.”

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