Following our acquisition of Tower Cold Chain, Cold Chain Technologies is even better placed to support the critical storage and transport needs of pharmaceutical and life science customers.
The Tower range has expanded our portfolio of temperature-controlled cold chain solutions. This gives customers more options for different payload sizes, temperature ranges, journey lengths and logistics models.
Choosing the right cold chain logistics solution starts with understanding the shipment. What is being transported? Where is it going? How long will the journey take? What temperature must be maintained?
By looking at these details together, we can help customers select a suitable container and protect product integrity throughout transit.
Several factors influence the right solution for a pharmaceutical or life science shipment.
Pharmaceutical shipments can range from high-volume medicines to small-batch cell and gene therapies. The container should match the amount of product being transported without adding unnecessary size or complexity.
Our temperature-controlled portfolio includes parcel and pallet-sized options. This allows us to recommend a format that fits the needs of each shipment.
Some pharmaceutical products require a particularly high level of protection. These can include clinical trial materials and personalised medicines, where the value of a shipment may be significant.
We consider the product being shipped alongside the required temperature control, container size and level of protection. This helps us find the right balance for the application.
The route matters as much as the product. Cold Chain Technologies has a global network of 54 regional hubs across 26 countries. These locations are positioned close to major pharmaceutical manufacturing centres and shipping routes.
Our solutions can also support different transport methods, including air, sea and road. This helps customers choose a system suited to the practical demands of the journey.
A domestic delivery has different needs from a long international journey. First-mile, last-mile and direct-to-patient shipments can also create different handling requirements.
We consider the final destination and the length of time the payload needs protection. This helps us recommend a solution designed to maintain the required conditions for the full journey.
Temperature is one of the most important factors in pharmaceutical logistics. If a medicine moves outside its required range, its quality or efficacy may be affected.
Our solutions support ambient, refrigerated, frozen and dry ice applications. They are backed by testing for different journey lengths, with options designed for durations of 120 hours and beyond.
Monitoring is also important. Data logging devices can record temperature conditions throughout transit in both single-use and reusable formats. Our digital platforms can also help customers monitor the location and condition of shipments.
The right container may be single-use, semi-reusable or fully reusable. The best choice depends on the payload, route and practical return logistics.
Sustainability and circularity goals can also influence the decision. A reusable system may be suitable where containers can be returned efficiently, while other routes may need a different approach.
CCT offers temperature-controlled solutions to buy or rent, with selected products also available through self-service. This gives customers more flexibility when choosing a model for their operation.
Looking at payload size, value, geography, duration, temperature and container type together gives customers a clearer route to the right solution.
Every day, we support customers across pharmaceuticals, life sciences, biotechnology, 3PL, airlines, specialty pharmacy and specialised courier services. We also work with organisations involved in animal health, clinical trials, cell and gene therapy and wholesale distribution.
With more than 50 years of cold chain expertise, CCT understands that there is no single solution for every shipment. Our aim is to help customers choose a system that protects the product, supports the route and meets the practical demands of their supply chain.
Explore our Products and Solutions to find out more about the CCT portfolio.