News / Lufthansa Cargo opens new pharma hubs as airfreight prepares for a vaccine

Lufthansa Cargo has “massively expanded” its cold chain footprint with new pharma facilities in Munich and Chicago, as airfreight turns its eye towards vaccine distribution.

The 1,000sq metre pharma hub at Munich Airport has capacity for 96 pallets and loose cargo, with storage available under three different temperature ranges.

And its 750sq metre facility at Chicago O’Hare has space on several levels for up to 54 pallets and 102 cool containers.

Lufthansa said IATA CEIV certification was planned for the autumn, with it ...