Atlas Air and Polar Air Cargo Achieve Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) Pharma Certification through 202...
May 13 2021 - 8:46AM
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: AAWW) today announced
that its companies Atlas Air, Inc. and Polar Air Cargo Worldwide,
Inc. have each achieved the Center of Excellence for Independent
Validators (CEIV) Corporate Pharma credential from the
International Air Transport Association (IATA), confirming their
commitment to meeting pharmaceutical manufacturers' requirements to
transport temperature controlled and time-sensitive products,
including vaccines.
CEIV Pharma is a quality certification program
developed by IATA that has established high standards for safe air
transport of pharmaceuticals around the world to ensure product
integrity. Operators who achieve the CEIV Pharma credential undergo
a rigorous process to confirm their experience, education and
adherence to these high standards.
By achieving this certification, Atlas Air and
Polar are even better positioned to deliver the best form of safe
transportation for their valued pharma and medical customers around
the world, offering them the assurance that CEIV Pharma
certification provides.
In pursuing this credential, Atlas Air and Polar
adopted standard operating procedures to handle
temperature-sensitive products. The companies also completed a
multistep process to train ground and warehouse personnel, as well
as vendors, in these new procedures, which also included an
independent audit.
“Even as the COVID-19 pandemic has added
unrelenting operational complexities to our business, our employees
around the world are dedicated to meeting and exceeding our
customers’ needs in transporting sensitive medical and
pharmaceutical products,” said Michael T. Steen, Executive Vice
President and Chief Commercial Officer of Atlas Air Worldwide.
“This CEIV Pharma certification reinforces the flexibility and
reliability of our outstanding team, unrivaled portfolio of assets
and scale of our global network.”
Lars Winkelbauer, Executive Vice President and
Chief Operating Officer of Polar Air Cargo Worldwide, said:
“Polar’s CEIV Pharma certification affirms the company’s
long-standing track record for successfully transporting
temperature-sensitive goods like produce and other perishable
commodities.
“I am immensely proud of the Polar team for
achieving this industry-leading certification, underscoring our
ability to maintain end-to-end temperature-controlled shipments
across our network.”
Mr. Winkelbauer added: “With the increase in
demand for cold-chain transportation tied to vaccines and the
equipment needed for safe distribution, our customers can continue
to rely on Polar’s expertise around the world.”
Atlas Air’s and Polar’s CEIV Pharma certification
is valid through 2024.
About Atlas Air Worldwide:
Atlas Air Worldwide is a leading global provider
of outsourced aircraft and aviation operating services. It is the
parent company of Atlas Air, Inc., Southern Air Holdings, Inc. and
Titan Aviation Holdings, Inc., and is the majority shareholder of
Polar Air Cargo Worldwide, Inc. Our companies operate the world’s
largest fleet of 747 freighter aircraft and provide customers the
broadest array of Boeing 747, 777, 767 and 737 aircraft for
domestic, regional and international cargo and passenger
operations.
Atlas Air Worldwide’s press releases, SEC filings
and other information may be accessed through the company’s home
page, www.atlasairworldwide.com. Follow Atlas Air Worldwide on
LinkedIn @AtlasAir, on Twitter @AtlasAirWW, and on Instagram
@AtlasAirWorldwide.
About Polar Air Cargo
Worldwide:
Making connections is Polar Air Cargo Worldwide’s
purpose -- connecting cargo with its destination, connecting with
customers to provide logistics solutions, and connecting with the
company’s teams around the world to drive growth and success. Polar
is the trusted choice for unmatched on-time performance for
time-definite airport-to-airport scheduled air cargo service, and
unparalleled ability for unique specialized transport. With a
modern, efficient and flexible all-Boeing fleet, Polar sets the
standard and helps customers grow by opening new doors to new
markets for their goods. More information is available at
www.polaraircargo.com. Follow Polar on LinkedIn @PolarAirCargo, on
Twitter @PolarAirCargo and on Instagram
@PolarAirCargoWorldwide.
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