- In April 2024, Cencora (formerly AmerisourceBergen) announced the expansion of its cold chain logistics network across the U.S., aimed at supporting the increasing demand for temperature-controlled pharmaceutical distribution. This strategic move includes the development of new refrigerated facilities and the enhancement of real-time tracking capabilities. The initiative reflects Cencora’s commitment to advancing healthcare logistics infrastructure and strengthening supply chain resilience in response to the growing complexity of biologics and personalized therapies
- In March 2024, UPS Healthcare launched its first dedicated healthcare logistics facility in Canada, featuring advanced cold chain capabilities and automated systems to handle sensitive medical shipments. This investment marks a significant step in supporting Canada’s expanding pharmaceutical and biotech industries. The facility enhances UPS Healthcare’s ability to meet strict regulatory standards while providing faster, more efficient service across the Canadian healthcare sector
- In February 2024, DHL Supply Chain North America introduced a next-generation warehouse automation system in its healthcare logistics centers across the U.S. The system uses robotics and AI for inventory management, picking accuracy, and temperature monitoring, significantly improving operational efficiency. This development demonstrates DHL’s focus on innovation and reinforces its leadership in high-performance healthcare logistics services
- In January 2024, FedEx Express expanded its SenseAware ID tracking technology across critical healthcare shipments in the U.S. to enhance visibility and real-time monitoring. The technology allows clients to access location, temperature, humidity, and light exposure data during transit, reducing the risk of spoilage or delay. This deployment highlights FedEx’s continued investment in precision logistics to support sensitive pharmaceutical and clinical trial shipments
- In January 2024, Cardinal Health announced a partnership with a leading U.S. biopharma manufacturer to optimize its last-mile delivery solutions for specialty pharmaceuticals. This collaboration involves deploying predictive analytics and dynamic routing technologies to improve delivery timelines and reduce costs. The initiative underscores Cardinal Health’s commitment to leveraging data-driven strategies to elevate service quality and reliability in the evolving healthcare logistics landscape
