Specialized logistics for the life science industry

A global leader in life science transportation, World Courier delivers customized solutions that ensure the safe and timely movement of critical life science shipments. With a focus on precision, reliability, and innovation, we streamline your supply chain to meet the unique demands of the life science logistics sector.

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World Courier is a global leader in life science transportation

Our expertise in life science transportation

With decades of experience, we are highly specialized in the delivery of tailored logistics solutions across the life science sector. We are wholly committed to the safe and efficient movement of critical shipments for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology.

An unmatched global network

We operate the largest owned global network for life science logistics, enabling seamless transportation across over 180+ countries. By keeping shipments within our care throughout their journey, we minimize handoffs and reduce the risk of delays or damage. Our expansive infrastructure ensures that your shipments are handled with precision and care, no matter where they need to go.

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Customized solutions, tailored to your needs

We understand that every shipment is unique. That’s why, as a dedicated life science courier, we develop solutions tailored to the specific needs of healthcare and logistics for life sciences. From clinical trial materials to cell and gene therapies, our expertise ensures that your shipments are delivered safely and on time. Discover more about our healthcare and life science logistics.

Advanced precision in temperature control

Maintaining the integrity of temperature-sensitive shipments is non-negotiable in the life science supply chain. We offer industry-leading temperature control solutions that ensure the safety and efficacy of your products.

Our proprietary packaging solutions, such as the Cocoon, global thermal container (GTC), and global dry ice (GDI), are designed to meet the diverse needs of the life science shipments. This is backed by our exceptional performance record in 2024:, we delivered 99.6%* of shipments on time and within range.*

^{*World Courier’s performance rate of 99.6% was calculated as the number of external CAPAs, excluding CAPAs caused by shipper/consignee or force majeure, per payload shipment in 2024.}

Complete regulatory compliance and real-time visibility

Tackling life science supply chain challenges

We acutely understand the challenges of the life science supply chain — whether it is complete regulatory compliance or the necessity for real-time visibility. Our world-class logistics services ensure time- and temperature-sensitive life science shipments are reliably delivered, bolstered by our industry-defining real-time tracking.

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end-to-end solutions for temperature-controlled shipments

Driving excellence in life science logistics

With over 55 years of expertise, we are global leader in life science logistics, offering end-to-end solutions for temperature-controlled shipments. When time is of the absolute essence and patient outcomes are at risk, we excel in emergency shipment management. No matter the complexity, our commitment to excellence ensures products arrive safely and on time. The result is improved patient outcomes and enhanced commercial and clinical success.

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Taking compliance further

Life science supply chains demand total regulatory adherence at every step. Our extensive knowledge of regulatory and customs requirements at both international and local levels across global markets make for total compliance. All our offices and depots are good distribution practice (GDP) certified, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety throughout our entire network. Additionally, we adhere to ISO 9001:2015 standards, demonstrating our commitment to consistent quality management and operational excellence.

As a courier dedicated to life science organizations, we give you total peace of mind through knowing whatever the regulatory complexity is, we’ll handle it.

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Why choose World Courier for life science shipments?

Extensive global presence with

120+

strategically located facilities

Logistics expertise spanning back

55+

years

50+

countries with dedicated teams on the ground

4,000+

team members carefully getting your shipment to its destination

Life science logistics FAQs

What temperature ranges can World Courier support for life science transportation?

We provide packaging solutions that cater to a wide spectrum of temperature requirements. Our offerings include solutions for controlled ambient conditions (up to +25°C), refrigerated, frozen, and cryogenic temperatures (as low as -180°C).

What are World Courier’s capabilities in life sciences logistics?

World Courier offers comprehensive logistics solutions tailored to the unique needs of the life science industry. Our services include cell and gene therapy logistics, clinical trial logistics, and medical device transportation, all supported by a global network and over 55 years of expertise.

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