Turkish Cargo Launches New Transport Solutions for Pharma

Renowned as “The Cargo Airline That Flies to More Countries Than Any Other”, Turkish Cargo is a leading company in the global air cargo industry. With a commitment to delivering the highest level of quality and reliability, Turkish Cargo offers a variety of cargo solutions tailored to its customers’ unique needs and requirements.

To further enhance its diverse cargo solutions, Turkish Cargo has recently launched three new solutions for pharmaceuticals and medical products: TK Pharma Standard, TK Pharma Extra, and TK Pharma Advanced. These new solutions are designed to cater to various categories of pharmaceutical and medical consignments, offering flexibility, time-sensitivity and extra care to meet customer expectations. With these new solutions, Turkish Cargo aims to provide a seamless and hassle-free customer experience, ensuring their cargo is delivered safely and on time.

In this issue of AFL, we had the opportunity to speak with Mr. Ali Türk, Chief Cargo Officer of Turkish Airlines, who expressed pride in the company’s achievement of a 7% market share in the global air transportation of pharmaceuticals and medical products. “Turkish Cargo has been taking significant steps to reinforce trust and adapt to the evolving healthcare industry. The company has been investing in innovative solutions to provide its business partners with enhanced assurance and transparency,” he said.

“With the introduction of new solutions, Turkish Cargo is committed to offering a wide range of high-quality services that cater to the unique needs of its customers. The company understands that the healthcare industry demands constant adaptation, and as such, it is continuously improving its services to meet the industry’s ever-changing requirements. Turkish Cargo’s investment in advanced technologies and expertise in logistics ensures that it remains at the forefront of the healthcare logistics industry, providing its customers with the best possible experience,” he continued.

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– Mr. Ali Türk, Chief Cargo Officer of Turkish Airlines –

TK Pharma Standard

TK Pharma Standard is a specialized service that provides top-of-the-line temperature-controlled shipping solutions to transport temperature-sensitive cargo in accordance with industry requirements. Turkish Cargo understands the importance of maintaining a controlled environment during transportation to ensure the safety and efficacy of pharmaceuticals, biologics, and other critical healthcare products.

“Our team of experts is well-trained in handling temperature-sensitive cargo and takes utmost care in ensuring that the cargo is loaded with the highest priority and safely transported with minimal risk of exposure to unwanted temperature variations,” said Mr. Türk

“Our dedicated operations teams are equipped with the latest technology and adhere to strict guidelines to ensure the entire transportation process is carried out smoothly and efficiently. We understand that time is of the essence in the healthcare industry, which is why we offer 24/7 customer service to ensure that our clients’ queries and concerns are addressed promptly,” he added.

With TK Pharma Standard, customers can be assured of the safe, reliable, and efficient transportation of their temperature-sensitive cargo throughout the entire TK Pharma Network, all provided by Turkish Cargo.

TK Pharma Extra

TK Pharma Extra is a specialized service that provides enhanced temperature-controlled solutions to transport pharmaceuticals and medical products that require extra care and protection during apron transportation. These products are highly sensitive to temperature and have strict time constraints, so maintaining the required temperature throughout the entire transportation process is crucial.

To ensure the safe transportation of these consignments, TK Pharma Extra has been designed for time and temperature-passive pharma shipments, offering temperature-controlled dollies during the tarmac transportation process at Istanbul Airport. Additionally, the 24/7 Pharma Control Tower closely monitors these consignments from their departure to their final destination.

It is important to note that TK Pharma Extra is only available at TK Pharma High-Quality Stations that have been approved by the TK Cargo Pharma quality team. These stations are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and adhere to strict guidelines to ensure the highest level of quality and safety for these sensitive consignments.

TK Pharma Advanced

TK Pharma Advanced offers a range of active and hybrid options to ensure that consignments are shipped safely and with minimal risk of temperature deviation. The advanced passive containers used by the company are designed to provide maximum protection against temperature fluctuations, ensuring the cargo remains at a fixed temperature between -70°C / +30°C, depending on customer requirements.

Moreover, TK Pharma Advanced has a team of experts who manage transportation processes, ensuring that all shipments are delivered safely and on time. The team also provides customers with consultancy services for container leasing, helping them choose the right container for their needs.

Mr. Türk noted, “Whether you need to ship pharmaceuticals, biologics, or other temperature-sensitive products at a constant temperature, TK Pharma Advanced has the expertise and resources to ensure that your cargo arrives at its destination in perfect condition. So, if you’re looking for a reliable and efficient temperature-controlled shipping solution, look no further than TK Pharma Advanced.”

SMARTIST Temperature Controlled Centre

Turkish Cargo is committed to offering the best possible service for pharmaceutical and medical products with its SMARTIST TCC (Temperature Controlled Centre) at Istanbul Airport. The facility provides dedicated storage facilities at four different temperature ranges, ensuring that pharmaceuticals and medical products are kept at optimal conditions.

SMARTIST TCC is exclusively dedicated to TK Pharma and holds an IATA CEIV Pharma certificate. This certificate guarantees that all pharmaceutical and medical consignments are transported with utmost diligence and comply with industry requirements.

Turkish Cargo’s TCC is equipped with smart technologies such as Automatic Storage Systems and Robotic Process Automation, which further enhance the Carrier’s unique service quality in terms of operational speed and quality.

Moreover, Turkish Cargo provides temperature-controlled build-up and break-down at 2-8 °C and 15-25 °C, as well as automated ULD storage for pharmaceutical and healthcare shipments. This ensures that the products are handled with the utmost care, further enhancing their quality and reaching their destination in perfect condition.

In summary, Turkish Cargo’s SMARTIST TCC is a state-of-the-art facility fully dedicated to TK Pharma and offering service at GDP standards. It is the perfect solution for transporting pharmaceutical and medical products, providing optimal storage facilities, automated handling systems, and a range of other features that provide the safety and quality of the products.

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