Kuehne+Nagel has introduced new services for European MedTech clients, addressing transport needs beyond standard guidelines.
- The MedTech industry is growing as technologies evolve to meet the healthcare demands of aging populations and prevalent diseases.
- Kuehne+Nagel’s new logistics services cater to high-value medical devices needing stringent safety measures without GxP compliance.
- Specialised services in the UK, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, and Italy ensure comprehensive support for MedTech logistics.
- Customers can benefit from expert handling, regular inspections, and tailored delivery options, including groupage shipments.
Kuehne+Nagel has proactively responded to the growing demand for specialized logistics within the MedTech sector, particularly in Europe, where changes in demographics and disease prevalence drive the industry’s expansion. The company recognises the need for logistics solutions that meet enhanced safety and quality standards without the necessity for GxP compliance, thus filling a significant gap in the market.
The newly launched logistics services are not confined to the United Kingdom but extend across major European markets including France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, and Italy. These services ensure that high-value medical and diagnostic devices, which require more stringent safety controls, are transported with utmost care using Kuehne+Nagel’s established network and expertise.
A hallmark of this initiative is the introduction of MedTech and MedTech+ service options, offering customers a range of benefits including comprehensive consignment inspections, complete visibility throughout the logistics process, and white glove delivery services. This includes the installation of devices and the removal of packaging materials, ensuring the products are handled with the highest level of care and precision.
Joerg Woyke, the global head of road logistics healthcare at Kuehne+Nagel, highlights the flexibility of these services, noting, “What is exceptional is that customers can also choose this service option for groupage shipments.” He further emphasises Kuehne+Nagel’s commitment to quality through dedicated investments in safety protocols, skilled personnel, and state-of-the-art cross-docking facilities.
This strategic move not only enhances Kuehne+Nagel’s service offering but also positions it as a forward-thinking leader in the logistics sector, capable of adapting to and anticipating the intricate needs of the MedTech industry. By ensuring that even non-GxP compliant shipments receive sensitive handling, Kuehne+Nagel demonstrates an astute understanding of and responsiveness to the market’s nuanced requirements.
Kuehne+Nagel’s expansion into tailored MedTech logistics services underscores its commitment to meeting evolving industry needs with precision and reliability.
