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On paper, it’s a great idea, says Geodis

[ June 24, 2026   //   Chris Lewis ]

Geodis has completed a series of trials of sustainable paper-based thermal covers for pharmaceutical airfreight shipments, developed in collaboration with a global pharmaceutical customer.

Solaris 5 and Solaris 10 are recyclable alternatives to traditional aluminum and foil-based covers. Since September 2025, 86 trial shipments have been ompleted in India, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.
The covers maintained temperature within the +2°C to +25°C range, including under extreme weather conditions encountered during airport handling and transit operations. Temperatures ranged from -15°C in South Korea to more than 40°C in India. No critical temperature excursions were recorded during transport.
To support the operation, the forwarder combined several temperature-control measures, including temperature-controlled vehicles, cool dollies and temperature-controlled warehousing.

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