Etihad Cargo, the
cargo and logistics arm of the Etihad Aviation Group, has partnered with CSafe
Global, the provider of active, passive temperature-controlled container
solutions for pharma, to introduce its latest high-performing container, the
CSafe RAP, across its global fleet of wide-body and freighter aircraft.
With extended battery run time of more than 120 hours, CSafe RAP
ensures temperature integrity and product viability through to destination
The CSafe RAP uses
heating and compressor-driven cooling technologies, along with VIP insulation,
to maintain constant payload temperatures even at extreme ambient temperatures
spanning from -30°C to +54°C – the broadest operating range in the industry.
Its large payload compartment of 6.68m3 easily accommodates up to four standard
U.S. pallets or five standard Euro pallets. With an extended battery run time
of more than 120 hours, the CSafe RAP ensures temperature integrity and product
viability through to destination even on extended journeys.
Etihad Cargo first carrier in the Middle East to receive IATA’s CEIV
Etihad Cargo,
which has recently reinforced its pharmaceutical logistics expertise with the
launch of PharmaLife, a specialised pharma and healthcare product, was the
first carrier in the Middle East to receive IATA’s CEIV (Centre of Excellence
for Independent Validators) certification Etihad Cargo, in pharmaceutical logistics. Following a
vigorous testing process, the carrier has now approved the use of the CSafe RAP
on its aircraft to offer customers continued assurance of compliance and
temperature-control along with the largest payload capacity in the industry.
“We are confident
as market demands become stronger for vaccines and clinical trials that we are
ready to offer quality along with enough capacity to our customers,” said
Fabrice Panza, Manager Global Cool Chain Solutions at Etihad Cargo.
“CSafe has the
highest quality and best-performing products in the industry, as well as the
ability to guarantee availability anywhere in the world. We are delighted to be
able to offer this new option to Etihad Cargo’s customers,” stated Patrick
Schafer, CEO of CSafe Global.
Etihad Cargo has been a long-term partner of CSafe Global
Etihad Cargo has
been a long-term partner of CSafe Global and provides customers with a number
of closed cool-chain solutions under its PharmaLife product, including the
CSafe RAP and CSafe RKN. Sale and leasing options for these containers are
available through Etihad Cargo.