dnata Australia earns GDP certification

dnata has become the first cargo terminal operator in Australia to be awarded Good Distribution Practices (GDP) certification by SGS. The certificate covers the handling of time and temperature-sensitive healthcare products including pharmaceuticals, IVD and medical devices. Temperature controlled zones of 2-8C and 15-25C for healthcare acceptance and storage are on offer. Australia is an […]

Third perfect GDP audit in a row for Hactl

Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals (Hactl) has kept quality up by completing the Good Distribution Practices (GDP) audit with no non-compliance or observations for the third year running. The World Health Organization (WHO) GDP audit examined Hactl’s staff competence, premises, equipment, processes, quality, control system and hygiene standards. The audit confirmed Hactl’s cold chain management […]

Aircraft disinsection to contain Zika virus

Aircraft returning to the UK from countries affected by Zika virus transmission will be sprayed with insecticide as part of the UK government’s response to the disease. The aircraft disinsection involves spraying insecticide inside aircraft in a similar manner to what happens on a majority of flights to the region to combat malaria. The UK […]