SkyCell Supports Chinese CDMOs’ Global Pharma Expansion

Ever wondered how Chinese pharmaceutical products are transported safely to Europe and North America? At SkyCell, we partner with Chinese CDMOs, top airlines, and leading logistics providers to make this happen safely, securely, and sustainably. 

Chinese CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) are playing an increasingly important role in the global pharmaceutical supply chain. As exports of high-value, temperature-sensitive APIs from China surge, the demand for reliable cold chain transport that meets strict international standards has never been higher.

SkyCell is uniquely positioned to support this growth, with innovative temperature-control technology, a global distribution and recollection network serving over 250 airports, and more than 50 SkyCell stations worldwide. This enables us to help Chinese CDMOs expand overseas while keeping our vision of zero product loss and net zero CO₂ emissions at the core. 

Recently, SkyCell teamed up with long-standing partners to ensure the safe cold chain transport of high-value APIs from Shanghai to Europe and North America, demonstrating what true end-to-end temperature-controlled logistics look like in action. Two recent shipments illustrate how this works in practice.

Partnering with Etihad Cargo to Deliver High-Value APIs from Shanghai to Europe 

In early September, SkyCell partnered with a leading freight forwarding company for their first collaboration in China, alongside our long-term partner Etihad Cargo, to transport a batch of high-value, temperature-sensitive APIs from Shanghai to Brussels. ✈️

The SkyCell 1500X hybrid containers were transported across continents, maintaining a stable 15-25°C temperature range throughout. Thanks to their X-ray compatibility, security inspections were quick and non-intrusive, ensuring no temperature excursions and no delays. ✅ 

Moreover, the cargo arrived on time and in full, meeting our client’s strict cold chain standards. This success showcases what SkyCell’s solutions are designed to deliver: efficiency, predictability, and confidence in every container.

Collaborating with China Southern Airlines to Expand Cold Chain Channels to North America   

For another shipment, SkyCell partnered with China Southern Airlines to ship high-value APIs from Shanghai to Chicago. By combining the airline’s global network with SkyCell’s advanced temperature-control technology, we provided reliable cold chain logistics for Chinese CDMOs entering North America - the world’s largest pharmaceutical market.

The temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products travelled in SkyCell’s 1500X containers, capable of maintaining stable conditions for over 270 hours without external power. Their hybrid design eliminates the risks and costs of power interruptions, offering a sustainable and reliable alternative to traditional active containers. 💡 

Connected to SkyCell’s SkyMind platform, the containers provided continuous monitoring of temperature, location, and shipment condition. Any potential fluctuations were proactively detected and addressed, keeping products within specified conditions at every step. 📊 

Deepening Strategic Partnerships to Build a Global End-to-End Pharmaceutical Cold Chain from China 

The key to every shipment is partnership. By combining expertise and resources across the supply chain, SkyCell ensures full visibility and precision - from manufacturing to delivery - setting a new benchmark for pharmaceutical cold chain collaboration. 

With service centers in Beijing and Shanghai, SkyCell leverages these strategic hubs to cut transportation costs, speed up local response times, and quickly deploy ready-to-ship temperature-controlled containers wherever they are needed. Today, SkyCell’s global network spans over 250+ airports and 50+ service stations, continuously optimizing the cold chain. Through innovative technology and intelligent networks, SkyCell helps Chinese CDMOs expand globally while ensuring the safe delivery of medicines worldwide. 🌍 

Curious how SkyCell is transforming global pharmaceutical logistics? Discover our innovative cold chain solutions and see how we can help deliver your medications safely around the globe.