PharmaIndustrial India Magazine September-October 2023

Q Continental Carriers is a reputable end-to-end supply chain manage- ment company. How has the journey been so far? Vaibhav Vohra: Continental Carriers have been on an excellent journey so far, with 67 years of experience serving various industries, including Fortune 500 companies, start-ups, and SMEs. As a reputable end-to-end supply chain management company, we have gained tremendous experience in handling and shipping ambient-sensitive products, specifically pharmaceutical goods. ` Our objective is to generate significant value for our customers by providing tai- lored solutions that successfully handle the challenges associated with pharma- ceutical goods. We guarantee expedited and multi-modal transportation to ensure timely delivery. Our focus on cargo se- curity is stringent, and we take every necessary measure to protect shipments along the supply chain. Furthermore, we offer complete cold chain solutions, including specialized temperature-controlled storage and transportation capabilities to maintain the integrity and efficacy of tempera - ture-sensitive products. Our dedication to quality and extensive range of ser- vice offerings make us a reliable part- ner in the management of normal and temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products, adequately equipped to tackle industry challenges. Q Could you please give us a brief on the standards and procedures in- volved in handling and transporting tem- perature-sensitive products like pharma- ceuticals? Vaibhav Vohra: Managing the transpor- tation of temperature-sensitive pharma- ceuticals poses a significant challenge for freight forwarders, prompting the need for specialized training, especially in terms of sensitivity and maintenance of equipment pertaining to cold chain storage & transport. The cold chain, which is critical for maintaining product integrity, includes the transportation of temperature-sensi- tive products in specialized packaging and pallets. This method requires an understanding of different packaging standards used by different destination countries/regions and appropriate pack- aging options basis the modes of trans- port. Q Please share your views on how logistics and supply chains play a critical role in the pharma and healthcare industry. Vaibhav Vohra Managing Director, Continental Carriers Pvt. Ltd. PHARMA INDUSTRIALINDIA · SEP-OCT 23 12 INTEEWRSVIEW