COLD CHAIN LOGISTICS

Ensuring precise temperature control for vital shipments.

Biostór’s cold-chain logistics is at the forefront of temperature-controlled shipping, specializing in cryopreserved shipments of cold-chain vaccines and tissue products throughout Europe. We prioritize secure, compliant, and efficient transportation to safeguard the integrity of your valuable biological assets. 

As medical treatments advance, incorporating human cells and genetically manipulated cells, the potential for restoring lost bodily functions becomes astonishingly real. Developments in Cell & Gene Therapy (CGT) have been swift, driving the demand for a logistics infrastructure that can match extraordinary user requirements. Our Cold-Chain Logistics ensure meticulous timing, absolute compliance, and dedicated personnel performance to accommodate the intricacies of CGT shipments. 

In the EU, regulations are comprehensive and rigorous. Directive 2004/23/EC covers the donation, procurement, and testing of Tissues and Cells, while further manufacturing steps fall under Directive 2001/83/EC relating to medicinal products for human use. Cold chain vaccines, processing, preservation, storage, and distribution adhere to specific Community legislation like The ATMP Regulation. 

2 – 8° CELL & GENE THERAPY SHIPMENTS

Shipping cells for Cell & Gene Therapy (CGT) is a finely tuned process. Withdrawn from patients, these cells are transported at a controlled 2-8°C to processing laboratories. This process becomes challenging when distances are vast and strict temperature maintenance is vital. We excel in managing such complexities, leveraging specialized, validated temperature-controlled transport containers and meticulous border coordination. 

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LN2 DRY SHIPPERS

Temperature control is vital for preserving product quality, sample integrity, and patient safety. We provide advanced monitoring solutions, from data loggers to sophisticated temperature and location tracking systems. Biostór employs GPS tracking and real-time data visibility, ensuring compliance and peace of mind for road-based cryopreserved shipments throughout Europe. 

Biostór continually invests in state-of-the-art transport solutions to meet the evolving needs of the industry. While our LN2 Dry Shippers have been a reliable choice, operating at -190°C within a 10–14-day window for transporting cryopreserved human Bone Marrow, Cord Blood, Clinical Trial samples and Master Cell Banks worldwide, we understand that the landscape is changing.  

The emergence of real-time autologous therapies, involving the transportation of cooled live cells, presents us with new logistical challenges and compliance complexities. At Biostór, we’re at the forefront of addressing these challenges.  

We recognize that the quality of transport conditions is paramount, as it significantly influences the quality of Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) products and samples. To ensure the highest standards, Biostór follows a meticulous approach:  

  • Defined in Writing: Our transport conditions are clearly defined in documented procedures.  
  • Qualified: We rigorously qualify and regularly validate our transport systems to guarantee their reliability and performance.  
  • Representative of the Batch: Transport conditions are designed to be representative of the specific CGT product batch being transported.  
  • Checked Before Certification: Prior to certifying any CGT batch for transport, we conduct thorough checks to verify that transport conditions align with our stringent standards.  
  • Compliant with MA Terms: Our transport conditions are consistently compliant with the terms set forth in the Marketing Authorisation (MA), ensuring that every transport meets regulatory requirements.  

At Biostór, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards in the transport of Cell and Gene Therapy and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMP). Our goal is to provide you with complete confidence in the integrity and quality of your valuable materials during transit.  

DRY ICE SHIPPERS

Shipping frozen biological samples on Dry Ice is, for the most part, a reliable process. However, from time to time the supply chain gets interrupted and delays happen requiring shipments to be topped up with Dry Ice. If delays get extended this can cause anxiety and concerns to the owner of these valuable cargos. Our cold chain logistics also employ Dry Ice shippers optimized for frozen biological samples at -80°C. These shipments adhere to UN 3373 Biological Substance Category B regulations and IATA specifications, ensuring operator protection and full compliance.  

We offer an array of validated shippers, including CryoSure®’s dry ice -70°C shipping solution, designed for efficient shipping and handling of frozen biological samples up to 21 days without any need of dry ice refill, making it the most secure solution on the market. 

 

COLD-CHAIN LOGISTICS MONITORING & TRACKING

Temperature control is vital for preserving product quality, sample integrity, and patient safety. We provide advanced monitoring solutions, from data loggers to sophisticated temperature and location tracking systems. Biostór employs GPS tracking and real-time data visibility, ensuring compliance and peace of mind for road-based cryopreserved shipments throughout Europe. 

At Biostór, our expertise ensures the safe passage of your critical shipments. Trust our team of experts to manage your Cold-Chain Transport effectively.  

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Why choose Biostór? 

  • Over 50 years of Supply Chain expertise

  • EU-licensed Tissue & Cell Establishment for Cell Therapy products across the 27 EU countries

  • Qualified/validated transport equipment, temperature-controlled packaging 

  • 24/7 real-time monitoring & GPS tracking 

  • Responsible person overseeing QA aspects

  • Risk assessments and contingency planning

  • Validated Cold Chain Vaccines shipping

  • Comprehensive SOPs in place 

  • Compliance with ISTA, UN3373, UN2814, and IATA standards 

  • Customized and standardized shipping containers 

  • Shipments using Liquid Nitrogen Shippers, Liquid Nitrogen Freezers, Dry Ice, Cold Packs, or Ambient Temperature 

  • Trusted agent network across Europe 

Get in touch to discuss your needs today.