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Pharma Logistics Masterclass Recognized in Tokyo as Momentum Builds for 5th Edition in Japan

Dallas March, 2018: During the World Cargo Symposium of IATA in Dallas, Pharma.Aero and IATA signed a memorandum of understanding.

Nathan De Valck, chairman of Pharma.Aero: “Formalising the partnership with IATA is an important milestone.. It will allow us to upscale our initiatives and enroll the projects within a larger international platform in the life science airfreight industry. The MOU underlines our vision to foster collaboration with all air cargo stakeholders that support the CEIV pharma industry standard”

“The IATACEIV Pharma certification program provides participants in the air cargo value chain with the tools and the means to ensure that they are operating to the highest standards for the handling and transport of life saving medicines. This Memorandum of Understanding between Pharma.Aero and IATA formalizes an ongoing collaboration between the two organizations with the aim of better

assisting the industry in improving the quality of services for pharmaceutical handling and transport in the air cargo industry worldwide,” said Glyn Hughes IATA’s Global Head of Cargo.

Frank Van Gelder, Secretary General of Pharma.Aero:” the MOU underlines the mutual benefits for both IATA and Pharma.Aero. The Pharma.Aero members focus on creating content and become a reference to the different pharmaceutical companies and operators within airfreight life science. We are convinced this MOU will boost our initiatives and projects in the pipeline.

Pharma.Aero also hosted its general meeting during the WCS of IATA, with a large group of its members present, representing pharmaceutical shippers, airport communities, airlines, forwarders and handling agents. The status of the ongoing projects was presented and a number of new projects were launched.

 

Contact details by phone

Frank Van Gelder
Secretary General Pharma.Aero

+32 477 950 521

PLMC 2025 speakers at Belexpo June 2025

The 2025 edition of the Pharma Logisticst Masterclass marks a strategic collaboration between Pharma.Aero, the University of Antwerp, Kansai Airports, ANA Cargo, and NX GROUP (Nippon Express Group).On Thursday, June 19th, several of our upcoming speakers offered a powerful preview of what to expect this September at the Masterclass durin a panel session hosted by the Belexpo – the Belgian Pavilion at World Expo in Osaka. Entitled “Global Health, Local Strengths – Connecting Centers of Excellence in R&D and Pharma Logistics”, the session focused on how cutting-edge logistics, academic research, and real-world innovation are shaping the future of global health. Highlights included contributions from:

  • Prof. Wouter Dewulf – Academic Director, Centre for Maritime & Air Transport Management, University of Antwerp & Antwerp Management School

  • Prof. Roel Gevaers – University of Antwerp & Antwerp Management School

  • Prof. Shinya Hanaoka – School of Environment and Society, Tokyo Institute of Technology

  • Prof. Pierre Van Damme – Director, Vaccinopolis & Centre for the Evaluation of Vaccination, University of Antwerp

  • Frank Van Gelder – Secretary General, Pharma.Aero

This growing momentum reflects the Masterclass’s role as a global hub for bridging academia and industry in pharma logistics.

The Pharma Logistics Masterclass offers a unique opportunity to engage with thought leaders, explore the latest in supply chain innovation, and network with peers from around the world. The 2025 edition marks a strategic collaboration between Pharma.Aero, the University of Antwerp, Kansai Airports, ANA Cargo, and NX GROUP (Nippon Express Group).

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