DP World's freight forwarding operations situated in Panama have been awarded the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics (CEIV Pharma) certification. This significant achievement validates the company's adherence to stringent global standards for the safe and secure handling of pharmaceutical products throughout the air cargo supply chain.
This certification specifically strengthens DP World's air cargo capabilities, particularly for temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, across the American continent. It demonstrates their commitment to maintaining the integrity of pharmaceutical shipments, from origin to destination, by meeting the highest industry benchmarks for infrastructure, equipment, operations, and personnel training.
For freight forwarders and shippers, this development means increased reliability and assurance when transporting pharmaceutical goods via air cargo through Panama. It provides a certified option for sensitive shipments, potentially reducing risks associated with temperature excursions and handling errors. This could lead to more efficient and secure routing choices for pharmaceutical logistics in the region, offering greater confidence in the cold chain integrity.
This certification positions DP World Panama as a key player in the specialized pharmaceutical logistics market, potentially attracting more high-value, temperature-controlled cargo to its facilities and services.
