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GEODIS Reinforces India’s Emerging Pharma Role

GEODIS has strengthened its healthcare logistics network in Asia after its Hyderabad, India, operation achieved the International Air Transport Association’s Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) Pharma certification, validating its ability to handle temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments to international standards. The certification confirms that the site’s quality management systems, operational procedures, infrastructure, risk management, employee training, temperature-control capabilities and regulatory compliance meet IATA’s requirements for pharmaceutical logistics. The addition is strategically significant ... [+]

Wildlife Trafficking Assessment Tool to Help Cut Illegal Wildlife Shipments

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of an Airport Wildlife Trafficking Assessment Tool that will help defeat smugglers of endangered species. The Assessment Tool, developed in partnership with the World Customs Organization (WCO) with support from the USAID ROUTES Partnership, will be piloted with WCO at Maputo International ... [+]