In the ever-evolving landscape of supply chains, challenges abound – from heightened demand to geopolitical shocks, scorching heatwaves, and unpredictable trade restrictions. Now more than ever, the safe and secure transportation of temperature-sensitive medicines is in the spotlight.
Transporting temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products across the globe while ensuring they remain cool, secure, and untarnished is no small endeavor. Yet, SkyCell’s innovative transportation technology transforms this intricate process into a seamless operation.
Our most recent journey is a testament to this innovation: a successful shipment of medical devices with the 1500X hybrid container on a six-day lease from July 6th to July 12th. The journey commenced in Frankfurt, Germany, and involved a flight to Houston Airport (IAH) before culminating in Austin, USA. Following the aerial journey to IAH, the shipment underwent a transition to ground transportation, as it was carefully loaded onto a truck for the remainder of the route to Austin.
One of the hardest factors to account for when shipping temperature-sensitive products is maintaining a stable internal temperature whilst encountering variations in the external temperature. During the 1500X’s 5000-mile journey to the US it faced temperature extremes, ranging from a chilly 5°C to a sweltering 45°C. However, the container was perfectly positioned to ensure the safe delivery of medical devices – a task that typical single-use containers would find nearly impossible.