Cold Chain Trade Shows and Exhibits
2010
HDMA 2010 Distribution Management Conference & Technology Expo
March 14 - 17, 2010
Baltimore, MD
www.healthcaredistribution.org
"The HDMA 2010 Distribution Management Conference & Technology Expo (DMC) provides you an unmatched opportunity to learn the newest strategies and solutions that will drive supply chain transformation." HDMA
MWCSG Midwest Clinical Supplies Group
March 21 - 24, 2010
San Antonio, TX
"The objectives of the MCSG conference is to provide a forum for the open exchange of ideas, regulatory changes, technological advances, and information of a non-confidential nature related to clinical supply activities. We hope to promote closer professional relationships among personnel engaged in clinical supply activities. We encourage closer relationships between the clinical supply group and other segments of the Pharmaceutical Industry." MWCSG
2010 PDA Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Management Conference
April 12 - 15, 2010
Bethesda, MD
"The importance of the proper handling, storing and shipping of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products continues to command major attention from manufacturers and all partners of the supply chain. This is especially demonstrated for medicines that require controlled room temperature, refrigeration or freezing conditions. The 2010 PDA Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Management Conference and training course will bring together industry, regulatory representatives, compendial experts, academicians and solution partners to provide guidance on the handling and distribution of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals as it relates to patient safety and product integrity." PDA
CBI 5th Clinical Supply Chain Management Conference
July 29 - 30, 2010
Princeton, NJ
"For the past four years, CBI has been the recognized leader in Clinical Supply Chain Management events. Known for our high level programming and robust networking opportunities, CBI has expanded our conference offerings to a variety of clinical supply based events." CBI
2009
IQPC Cool Chain Europe 2009
January 27 - 29, 2009
Brussels, Belgium
"Cool Chain Europe is now in its 8th year, making it one of the most established temperature control events in the world – and the largest, with over 250 practitioners in Supply Chain, Logistics, QA and Transportation in attendance. 90% of delegates have said attending CCE enhanced their ability to improve their roles through lessons learnt at the event." IQPC
IQPC Management & Temperature Control Summit 2009
February 24 - 27, 2009
Toronto, ON
"North America’s most comprehensive forum for pharmaceutical supply chain professionals is back in Toronto! Hear the latest on regulatory updates, learn how to implement and update an end-to-end cold chain, understand what is required when products cross borders, deal with problems that occur during excursions and audits, get the latest security measures to reduce the chances of counterfeiting and “gray-market” drugs, get insight from pharmacies and drug stores on how to control the “last miles” and develop relationships with other companies to build a trusted supply chain network." IQPC
2009 NHIA Annual Conference & Exposition
March 1 - 5, 2009
Baltimore, MD
" New and seasoned alternate-site infusion professionals alike will advance their abilities to provide quality infusion therapy to home-based patients by immersing themselves deeply within our extensive content offerings and the huge NHIA Exposition!." NHIA
HDMA 2009 Distribution Management Conference & Technology Expo
March 15 - 17, 2009
Baltimore, MD
www.healthcaredistribution.org
"Join hundreds of healthcare industry thought leaders and supply chain visionaries for nearly three full days of networking, business sessions and an exciting Technology Expo. Experience nearly 20 business, policy and technology sessions on groundbreaking research, pedigree updates, innovative company case studies and new supply chain initiatives." HDMA
2009 PDA Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Management Conference
March 23 - 26, 2009
Bethesda, MD
"The importance of the proper handling, storing and shipping of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products continues to command major attention from manufacturers and all partners of the supply chain from the first to the last mile. This is especially demonstrated for medicines that require controlled room temperature, refrigeration or freezing conditions. The 2009 PDA Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Management Conference and Training Course will bring together industry, regulatory representatives, compendial experts, academicians and solution partners to provide guidance on the handling, and distribution of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals as it relates to patient safety and product integrity." PDA
MWCSG Midwest Clinical Supplies Group
April 26 - 29, 2009
Phoenix, AZ
"The objectives of the MCSG conference is to provide a forum for the open exchange of ideas, regulatory changes, technological advances, and information of a non-confidential nature related to clinical supply activities. We hope to promote closer professional relationships among personnel engaged in clinical supply activities. We encourage closer relationships between the clinical supply group and other segments of the Pharmaceutical Industry." MWCSG
IQPC Transportation of Biologics & Biological Agents
May 11 - 13, 2009
San Francisco, CA
"Biologics and Biological agents are often times hazardous material with high value which nature requires unique transportation conditions like temperature sensitive packaging and shipping throughout the entire supply chain. With the expansion of the global business and the advancement of pharma and biotech industry in the last few decades, global shipments have become crucial and import/export regulations have been rising and changing. Depending on the country being shipped to, guidelines differ and there is much effort put into filling out the required forms and procuring the necessary permits." IQPC
Cold Chain Technologies will be showcasing its innovative KoolTemp GTS-5420 pallet shipper at this event. For more information click here: GTS-5420 Showcase
IQPC 7th Annual Cold Chain Global Forum
September 27 - 29, 2009
Philadelphia, PA
"Cold Chain professionals have come to rely on Pharma IQ's annual conference in Philadelphia to stay up to speed with developments in cold chain management, build solid partnerships & develop transport processes & risk mitigation for the cost-effective shipment of temperature-controlled products & supplies. Only at the 7th Cold Chain Distribution for Pharmaceuticals, will you have the opportunity to network with the largest group of cold chain professionals, regulators & logistics providers." IQPC
2008
Global Clinical Trial Supply Chain Management Conference
January 23 - 25, 2008
Lake Buena Vista, FL
"The conference is designed for pharma and biotech executives with responsibilities in clinical trials, importing/exporting, labeling, project management, clinical planning, materials management, distribution, and more. It will provide updates on cold chain, planning and forecasting, technologies, manufacturing, and packaging. New topics include establishing and effective supply chain, instant delivery of clinical supplies to the sites with on-demand labeling and packaging, web-based drug management to improve efficiency in your supply chain, and best practice and solution sessions with guaranteed ideas to implement." IIRUSA
IQPC Cool Chain Europe 2008
January 28 - 30, 2008
Brussels, Belgium
"Pharma IQ's flagship event gathering the largest group of bio-pharmaceutical professionals to discuss how to meet global challenges to ensure a safe and compliant supply of products and clinical supplies." IQPC
PDA Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Management Conference
March 13 - 14, 2008
Bethesda, MD
" Global members of the pharmaceutical and bio-pharmaceutical industries continue to be faced with evolving regulations and pharmacopeial standards for handling, storing and distributing temperature-controlled products, including those that require controlled room temperature, refrigerated or freezing conditions. The 2008 PDA Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Management Conference and Training will bring together industry, regulatory representatives, compendial experts, academicians and solution partners to provide guidance on the distribution of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals as it relates to patient safety and product integrity." PDA
IQPC 3rd Transportation & Transfer of Biologics and Biological Agents
April 28 - 30, 2008
Philadelphia, PA
"The growth of the biopharmaceutical and biotechnology industries has triggered a significant increase in the worldwide traffic of biologics and biological agents. As these materials are increasingly transported on a global scale, they are experiencing elevated security threats, intense scrutiny from global regulatory authorities, larger biosafety issues, and costly delays at customs. The failure to mitigate these considerable risks poses steep financial consequences for the industry and threatens the health of consumers." IQPC
MWCSG Midwest Clinical Supplies Group
April 27 - 30, 2008
Atlantic City, NJ
"The objectives of the MCSG conference is to provide a forum for the open exchange of ideas, regulatory changes, technological advances, and information of a non-confidential nature related to clinical supply activities. We hope to promote closer professional relationships among personnel engaged in clinical supply activities. We encourage closer relationships between the clinical supply group and other segments of the Pharmaceutical Industry." MWCSG
HDMA Healthcare Distribution Management Conference
June 8 - 11, 2008
Orlando, FL
www.healthcaredistribution.org
"Attend the DMC to gain supply chain knowledge, access to healthcare leaders, and information on cutting-edge technology solutions needed to maximize business success! The DMC provides the latest information on the most important topics in healthcare." HDMA
Lunch and Educational Seminar
September 17, 2008
Boston, MA
Lunch and Educational Seminar
September 19, 2008
Philadelphia, PA
Cold Chain Technologies, Aptuit, and World Courier organized these seminars to discuss clinical trials in emerging countries. Expert speakers will address the issues surrounding the management of Global Clinical Trials, including what you need to know to meet the challenges. You will also have an opportunity to network with colleagues, industry resources, and question our experienced panel.
For more information on the Boston seminar, contact Jim Grace at: JGrace@coldchaintech.com
For more information on the Philadelphia seminar, contact Jim Nilsen at: JNilsen@coldchaintech.com
IQPC Cold Chain Distribution for Pharmaceuticals
September 22 - 25, 2008
Philadelphia, PA
"Global members of the pharmaceutical and bio-pharmaceutical industries continue to be faced with evolving regulations, standards and challenges for handling, storing and distributing temperature-controlled products. The US’s flagship event on strengthening end-to-end cold chain practices to enhance the most critical steps in distribution, packaging and compliance of temperature sensitive pharmaceuticals will include the latest cutting edge practices, engaging discussions and critical case studies imparting best practices from the world’s leading pharmaceutical and bio-pharmaceutical companies." IQPC
Lunch and Educational Seminar
September 24, 2008
San Francisco, CA
Lunch and Educational Seminar
September 26, 2008
San Diego, CA
Cold Chain Technologies, Aptuit, and World Courier organized these seminars to discuss clinical trials in emerging countries. Expert speakers will address the issues surrounding the management of Global Clinical Trials, including what you need to know to meet the challenges. You will also have an opportunity to network with colleagues, industry resources, and question our experienced panel.
For more information on the SanFrancisco and San Diego shows, contact Jamie Chasteen at: JChasteen@coldchaintech.com
PACK EXPO 2008
November 9 - 13, 2008
Chicago, IL
" PACK EXPO International will focus on the latest developments in packaging technology and will showcase exhibitors' state-of-the-art advances in packaging machinery, converting machinery, materials, packages and containers, and components. The most prominent companies in the industry will be exhibiting and making product introductions at the show. PACK EXPO International is a biennial event (every other year) - ideal timing for important industry updates and new product technology." PACK EXPO
2007
Lunch and Educational Seminar
December 7, 2007
La Jolla, CA
Cold Chain Technologies, Aptuit, and World Courier organized this seminar to reach west coast pharma and biotech companies. Jim Nilsen, Cold Chain's Sales Manager, presents a practical analysis of the, "Challenges and Solutions for the Transportation of Cold Chain Products." Using specific examples, Nilsen reviews approaches to achieve temperature stability while minimizing cost of packaging and shipping. According to Nilsen, "Weather is not your enemy!" His extensive review of performance data and available types of packaging was detailed and informative. For more information, contact Nilsen at: JNilsen@coldchaintech.com
Mid-Atlantic Biotech Conference
October 24 - 26, 2007
Bethesda, MD
The conference for the bioscience industry and investors in innovation and science.
The Mid-Atlantic Venture Association, the Virginia Biotechnology Association, and MdBio/Tech Council of Maryland have joined forces again to co-host this regionally supported bioscience industry convention.
European PDA Cold Chain Management Conference
October 17 - 18, 2007
Berlin, Germany
"Participants of Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Management will have the opportunity to join colleagues and experts from around the world to learn how the current risk-based regulatory environment is affecting what pharmaceutical professionals need to do to ensure product and patient safety when dealing with temperature - sensitive pharmaceuticals. Members of the PDA Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Interest Group (PCCIG), Cold Chain Committee (C3), and Pharma Logistics Forum (PLF) will examine the newly revised PDA Technical Report No. 39, Cold Chain Guidance for Medicinal Products: Maintaining the Quality of Temperature-Sensitive Medicinal Products through the Transportation Environment. This will include the harmonization effort and the future plans of cooperation."
PDA Cold Chain, and its European partner, Topa Verpakking will discuss, "Interlab Variability for Packaging Qualification."
Lunch and Educational Seminar
September 14, 2007
San Francisco, CA
Cold Chain Technologies, Aptuit, and World Courier organized this seminar to reach west coast pharma and biotech companies. Jim Nilsen, Cold Chain's Sales Manager, presented a practical analysis of the, "Challenges and Solutions for the Transportation of Cold Chain Products." Using specific examples, Nilsen reviewed approaches to achieve temperature stability while minimizing cost of packaging and shipping. According to Nilsen, "Weather is not your enemy!" His extensive review of performance data and available types of packaging was detailed and informative. For more information, contact Nilsen at: JNilsen@coldchaintech.com
IQPC Cold Chain Distribution for Pharmaceuticals
September 10 - 13, 2007
Philadelphia, PA
"This conference will feature brand new case studies and the opportunity to learn best-practices from experts in supply chain operations, cold chain management, outsourcing, packaging and distribution. You will also learn the latest requirements and guidelines straight from the regulatory agencies themselves." IQPC
PDA Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Management Conference
June 13 - 14, 2007
Bethesda, MD
"Due to the interest of U.S. regulators in the area of Cold Chain Transport, the PDA Technical Report was created as a resource of current best practices among US firms in this area. This two-day conference will address Cold Chain Transport by offering detailed discussion and in-depth training on the PDA Cold Chain Technical Report, providing information you won't find anywhere else." PDA
Larry Gordon, Cold Chain Technologies' President addressed the PDA Cold Chain Conference on the subject of "Cold Chain Distribution Recommendations for Pharmaceutical and Biotech Manufacturers and Their Service Providers." His talk focused on the need to provide cold chain management support to distributors and mail order pharmacies that ship temperature-sensitive goods.
HDMA Healthcare Distribution Management Conference
June 10 - 13, 2007
Boston, MA
www.healthcaredistribution.org
"Connect with more than 600 market and policy leaders at the 2007 HDMA Distribution Management Conference & Technology Expo (DMC) to gain the most up-to-date supply chain knowledge, access to healthcare leaders and research on current and emerging technology solutions." HDMA
PLF 9th Pharma Logistics Forum
June 4, 2007
Berne, Switzerland
The PLF Pharma Logistics Forum is a conference of pharmaceutical companies. It is closed to outside participation, however Cold Chain Technologies was invited to speak to address current bulk shipping solutions as well as products in R&D.
2007 Bio International Convention
May 6 - 9, 2007
Boston, MA
"The BIO exhibition is the largest gathering of biotechnology exhibitors in history, encompassing more than 1,700 companies, organizations, and institutions representing every aspect of the biotechnology industry." Bio2007
MWCSG Midwest Clinical Supplies Group
May 6 - 9, 2007
Indianapolis, IN
"The objectives of the MCSG conference (are) to provide a forum for the open exchange of ideas, regulatory changes, technological advances, and information of a non-confidential nature related to clinical supply activities. We hope to promote closer professional relationships among personnel engaged in clinical supply activities. We encourage closer relationships between the clinical supply group and other segments of the Pharmaceutical Industry." MCSG
SWE Cold Chain Management & Distribution Conference
January 29 - 30, 2007
San Diego, CA
"The conference is for the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, and is designed to help your organization Develop Strategies for Implementation, Efficiency, Cost Reduction and Regulatory Compliance." SWE
Larry Gordon, Cold Chain Technologies' President, presented: "Minimizing Loose Ends – Supporting Distributors in the Cold Chain" Abstract: As a pharmaceutical manufacturer, you've taken all the correct steps to ensure a qualified package. You know your product's stability and its time out of specification. You have determined the ambient profiles, seasonal packouts and have performed all necessary Component Qualifications, Operational Qualifications and performance Qualifications. But what happens when your 'end customer' is a distributor?