Healthcare

The logistics of saving lives.

With the healthcare landscape becoming more complicated every day, going it alone can be risky and costly. As your logistics partner, we'll provide the reliability, scalability and security that your supply chain needs – while you focus on the business of saving lives.

The prescription for healthier businesses.

Let the UPS team help solve your logistics challenges with supply chain solutions and compliance expertise. Tap into our global network of healthcare-dedicated facilities, cGMP- or cGDP-compliant distribution space, and forward stocking locations (FSL) as well as cutting-edge solutions for your time- and temperature-sensitive shipments from controlled-room temperature (CRT) to cryogenic, and those requiring around-the-clock monitoring.

UPS continues to expand our healthcare capabilities with acquisitions including CEMELOG and Poltraf. Marken, a wholly-owned subsidiary of UPS, provides high-touch service to pharmaceutical companies, manufacturers and contract research organizations (CRO) engaged in all phases of the clinical trials process.

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Specialized Healthcare Capabilities

Shipping & Compliance

Our flexible global transportation options and international trade expertise ensure that time-critical shipments cross borders rapidly and compliantly.

Storage & Distribution

With a worldwide network of healthcare-compliant warehouses, we provide speed and agility, without the overhead.

Cold Chain Solutions

Trust our innovative technology and processes to ensure the integrity of temperature-sensitive products—in transit, in storage, through distribution.

Supply Chain Management

Team with our healthcare experts for supply chain design or optimization, supplier management, and integrated order fulfillment services.

Product Recovery & Recalls

Rely on our experience, systems, and technology to efficiently execute critical product recalls and streamline return processes.

Monitoring & Management

Deploy our monitoring technology or engage our team to oversee high-value or sensitive shipments and intervene to protect your investment.

Export/Import

Take advantage of our expansive transportation network and expertise in trade management and customs compliance to turn obstacles into opportunities.

Visibility & Delivery Control

For direct-to-patient supply chains, we offer technology, flexibility, and tailored solutions to achieve your best patient experience.

UPS: Solving Complex Logistics Challenges for CSM

See how UPS and CSM worked together to solve the complex logistics of this clinical trial and deliver hope to trial participants and future patients.

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Watch and Discover: The Logistics of Saving Lives

When Walgreens donated 375,000 doses of temperature-sensitive flu vaccine to Laos, we delivered—keeping our cool through five different climates. See how.

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