UPS, Emirates SkyCargo announce expanded services for life sciences

Two major players in international cargo logistics—UPS and Emirates SkyCargo—have announced enhancements to their existing services for the benefit of life sciences and other cargo customers. The announcements are a testament to the vitality (and competitiveness) of healthcare products logistics, which usually commands a premium level of service.

UPS is expanding its Express Critical service, currently available in the US, to Europe. Express Critical options include “air, charter, surface and personal courier (who can hand-carry the shipment)” all on a time-sensitive basis, according to the company. Capabilities include door-to-door service for nearly any size shipment; end-of-runway intercept service; specialized vehicles for ground transportation; and increased security and insurance services through UPS Capital. The UPS Healthcare component of the company operates 60+ healthcare-dedicated facilities and 7 million sq. ft. of cGMP- or cGDP-compliant healthcare distribution space. Late last year, it expanded its clinical-trial logistics services with the acquisition of Marken.