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

JAS and DB Schenker have signed up as full members of Pharma.Aero, while MSC Air Cargo has enlisted as an associate partner, further strengthening Pharma.Aero’s global community and its commitment to advancing excellence and fostering collaboration within the life science and med-tech supply chain logistics. 

Frank Van Gelder, Secretary General of Pharma.Aero, welcomes the newest additions: It is with pleasure that we acknowledge multiple new members joining the Pharma.Aero ecosystem. This membership growth empowers us to advance significant projects and offer valuable insights, reinforcing our commitment to the industry.”

With a history dating back to 1978, JAS is one of the world’s largest family-owned logistics companies, operating across over 100 countries. Laetitia Chery, EMEA Pharma & Healthcare Sales Director at JAS, expresses enthusiasm for joining Pharma.Aero: “We as JAS are thrilled to join an esteemed association focused on connecting ´those who care to those who cure´ which contributes to breaking down silos by building bridges between the professional and the academics. This decision underscores our commitment to staying at the forefront of the ever-evolving healthcare environment, enhancing collaboration, fuelling innovation, sharing developments, and promoting the highest quality standards for human and animal care.”

DB Schenker, one of the world’s leading logistics providers, aims to enhance its capabilities in handling temperature-sensitive and time-critical pharmaceutical products by joining Pharma.Aero. Dorothee Becher, Head of Airfreight Pharma & Healthcare Europe at DB Schenker, underscores the importance of the collaboration: “We are delighted to be part of the Pharma.Aero network, which shares our vision of excellence and innovation in pharma logistics. This partnership will allow us to collaborate with other members to shape the future of the air cargo industry.”

MSC Air Cargo is a division of MSC – Mediterranean Shipping Company, a global leader in transportation and logistics, with access to an integrated network of road, rail, air, and sea transport resources. MSC has 675 offices across 155 countries and employs almost 200,000 people worldwide.  “This partnership aligns with our commitment to cross-industry collaboration, allowing us to share our insights and collaborate with other industry experts driving innovation” affirmed Joern Roehl, Head of Products, Quality and Transformation at MSC Air Cargo. “We’re excited to partner with Pharma.Aero, advancing innovation in pharma logistics and enhancing the future of air cargo with our shared commitment to excellence and collaboration within the pharma industry” added Roehl.

With a global network of over 70 pharma-certified logistics stakeholders and life science manufacturers, Pharma.Aero plays a pivotal role in promoting collaboration and providing invaluable industry insights, significantly contributing to progress in life science logistics.

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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