A new episode of the Pharma.Aero “Insights” podcast is out now, diving into the forces reshaping pharmaceutical logistics through the lens of global trade and geopolitics.
In this latest episode, Trade Winds & Tariff Shocks: The Hidden Cost to Pharma Logistics, Pharma.Aero Secretary General and podcast host Frank Van Gelder engages with two renowned experts to explore the profound impact of shifting trade dynamics on the global life sciences supply chain:
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Prof. Dr. Wouter Dewulf, Academic Director, Advanced MSc in Maritime/Air Transport Management (C-MAT), University of Antwerp
- Prof. Dr. Seçkin Özkul, Assistant Professor & Director, USF Supply Chain Innovation Lab, University of South Florida Muma College of Business
Collaborative podcast exploring the complexity of the life sciences and med tech supply chain, deep diving into the challenges, issues, and innovative ideas. www.pharma.aero
Geopolitical tensions and evolving trade policies are reshaping pharmaceutical supply chains. This episode explores how tariffs, de-globalization, and shifting sourcing strategies are driving up logistics costs. Gain sharp insights into the hidden pressures shaping the future of pharma trade flows.
The discussion examines how geopolitical tensions, rising tariffs, and de-globalization trends are introducing new complexities for pharmaceutical manufacturers and logistics providers. The conversation reveals how these macroeconomic shifts are redefining everything from sourcing and distribution strategies to the future of nearshoring, friendshoring, and intellectual property protection in pharma trade.
“The pharmaceutical supply chain doesn’t operate in isolation,” says Frank Van Gelder. “When trade routes and tariff policies change, they create ripple effects that influence cost, access, and resilience across the entire healthcare ecosystem.”
Listeners will gain critical insights into:
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How de-globalization is disrupting pharma supply chains
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Why tariffs are reshaping sourcing and distribution models
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What nearshoring and friendshoring strategies mean for the industry’s future
About Pharma.Aero Podcasts “Insights”
The Pharma.Aero Insights podcast series brings together industry leaders, academics, and innovators to explore the trends shaping the future of pharmaceutical logistics. Each episode dives into real-world challenges and collaborative solutions across global healthcare supply chains — from advanced therapies and digitalization to sustainability and geopolitical change.
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