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Reliable cold chain solutions for pharma

Discover World Courier’s expertise in pharmaceutical cold chain logistics, delivering tailored solutions for temperature-sensitive products with precision, compliance, and global reach.
World Courier cold chain logistics

Cold chain logistics for pharmaceutical industry

At World Courier, we specialize in cold chain logistics and shipping solutions tailored to the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring the safe, compliant transport of your temperature-sensitive goods across global markets.

With over 50 years of experience and a network spanning 50+ countries, we deliver solutions for every temperature range – from controlled room temperature to cryogenically frozen at -180°C and lower.

Our industry-leading 99.6%* on-time delivery rate gives you peace of mind when managing critical shipments. With real-time tracking, reusable packaging solutions and good distribution practice (GDP)-certified processes, we deliver unmatched reliability and visibility across your supply chain.

Whether supporting clinical trials or commercial distribution, our expertise ensures your products reach patients safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

* World Courier’s performance rate of 99.6% was calculated as the number of external corrective and preventable actions (CAPAs), excluding CAPAs caused by shipper/consignee or force majeure, per payload shipment in 2023.

How our cold chain solutions work

Global Thermal Containers for cold chain solutions

Cold chain packaging

We use advanced insulated and reusable packaging solutions to protect your temperature-sensitive products, ensuring compliance and stability throughout transit.
World Courier provides temperature-controlled shipping

Cold chain shipping

We provide temperature-controlled shipping for ambient, refrigerated, frozen, and cryogenic conditions, meeting the unique needs of your supply chain.
Real-time monitoring gives you full visibility, ensuring your products arrive safely and compliantly

Visibility and monitoring

We use real-time monitoring to give you full visibility, ensuring your products arrive safely and compliantly.
World Courier Cold chain packaging

Cold chain packaging

World Courier Cold chain packaging

At World Courier, we know how important it is to keep your temperature-sensitive products safe every step of the way.

That is why we use GDP-certified reusable packaging and advanced insulation technology to keep precise temperatures for ambient, refrigerated, frozen, deep frozen, and cryogenic shipments.

From clinical trials to commercial distribution, we create trusted packaging solutions that fit your unique needs, giving you peace of mind with reliable and compliant cold chain packaging.

World Courier Cold chain packaging
New Cocoon World Courier packaging solution

Cold chain shipping

New Cocoon World Courier packaging solution

We are here to make sure your temperature-sensitive products travel safely and reliably, no matter how complex the journey.

Our Cocoon solution uses advanced passive packaging, specially designed for large pallet shipments.

It maintains precise temperature control, even in the most challenging conditions. Whether your products need ambient, refrigerated, or frozen temperatures, we create solutions tailored to your needs.

With our global network and advanced monitoring, we deliver seamless, compliant cold chain shipping solutions you can count on.

New Cocoon World Courier packaging solution
World Courier’s advanced tracking technology for cold chain shipments

Visibility and monitoring

World Courier’s advanced tracking technology for cold chain shipments

We understand the importance of tracking your temperature-sensitive shipments, and our advanced cold chain tracking technology makes it simple.

With real-time location tracking, temperature monitoring, and predictive alerts, we proactively address potential risks to ensure your products remain safe.

Our team receive instant notifications for critical events, such as temperature changes or delays. They can then intervene with corrective action before a temperature excursion occurs. This gives you complete confidence that your shipments stay on track and compliant.

Shipments can be tracked through our Customer Portal at any time. You simply need your house waybill (HWB) or job number to quickly get information on your shipment’s status.

From controlled ambient to cryogenic shipments, our tracking solutions are built to handle even the most demanding pharma cold chain logistics.

World Courier’s advanced tracking technology for cold chain shipments

Explore our cold chain capacities

We deliver tailored cold chain logistics solutions designed to meet the unique demands of your temperature-sensitive shipments, from controlled to cryogenic temperatures.
Controlled: +15°C to +25°C

Controlled: +15°C to +25°C

For oral medications, diagnostic kits, and non-refrigerated vaccines such as cholera and oral polio.
Refrigerated: +2°C to +8°C

Refrigerated: +2°C to +8°C

For insulin, refrigerated vaccines like influenza and COVID-19, plasma, and blood derivatives.
Frozen: -15°C to -25°C

Frozen: -15°C to -25°C

For active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), raw materials for drug manufacturing, biologics, and enzymes.
Deep frozen: -70°C to -80°C

Deep frozen: -70°C to -80°C

For preserving mRNA vaccines, advanced biologics, and certain gene and cell therapies.
Liquid nitrogen (LN 2 ): -180°C and lower

Liquid nitrogen (LN2): -180°C and lower

For preserving cell lines, tissues, biological samples, cryopreserved stem cells, and reproductive materials.

Contact us for customized cold chain solutions

We understand that every shipment is unique. Whether you are transporting vaccines, biologics, or advanced therapies, our cold chain logistics solutions are tailored to meet your specific needs.

Our experts are here to help you design reliable, compliant strategies that protect your temperature-sensitive products every step of the way.

Contact us today to discuss your requirements and experience seamless, temperature-controlled shipping.

Contact World Courier for customized cold chain solutions

 

Pharmaceutical cold chain insights

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The logistics blueprint: Pharma cold chain in Europe

The logistics blueprint: Pharma cold chain in Europe

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Pharma cold chain frequently asked questions

We answer your most common questions about cold chain logistics to help you understand how it works and how we can support you.
We answer your most common questions about cold chain logistics to help you understand how it works and how we can support you.
Cold chain shipping protects temperature-sensitive products, like vaccines and biologics, by transporting them in controlled environments. Specialized packaging, temperature monitoring, and global regulatory compliance ensure their quality, safety, and efficacy throughout the supply chain.

Packaging – Advanced insulated and temperature-controlled containers protect temperature-sensitive products throughout their journey.

Transportation – Reliable temperature-controlled shipping methods maintain stability and compliance during transit.

Monitoring – Real-time tracking and temperature monitoring keep products safe, intact, and compliant.

Our cold chain logistics solutions transport your temperature-sensitive products safely, efficiently, and compliantly. Using real-time tracking, GDP-certified packaging, and a global network, we ensure reliability and give you peace of mind, no matter how complex your shipping needs.