To help speed up the delivery of vaccines to all parts of the world
Eight international shipping companies join the "coalition of hope" in Abu Dhabi
The "coalition of hope" includes a group of leaders in supply chain solutions.
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Jamal Mohammed Al-Kaabi: “(The Hope Coalition) is part of the UAE’s great efforts to support global efforts to fight (Covid-19).”
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The "Coalition of Hope" in Abu Dhabi, a partnership between the public and private sectors headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, and aiming to oversee the coordination of the safe distribution of billions of doses of the "Covid-19" vaccine around the world, announced the joining of "Paulore for Logistics Services" , "CIFA Logistics", "DB Schenker Shipping", "DHL", "FedEx Express", "MICO Logistics Services", "RSA Global", and "UPS", to the list The consortium partners are among the world's leading shipping companies to help navigate multiple logistical challenges.
This step contributes to employing the vast experience and advanced infrastructure of these companies in support of the efforts of the coalition partners group, in order to meet the complex needs of storing vaccine doses in cold and extremely cold temperatures, and delivering them to all parts of the world.
This remarkable development helps in achieving the goals of the "coalition of hope" led by the Department of Health in Abu Dhabi, and includes a group of pioneering parties in supply chain solutions in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, namely: Abu Dhabi Ports as a main partner, Etihad Shipping, Rafid Company, and SkySale. Swiss.
Vaccines require special logistical capabilities to ensure their safety and effectiveness, given the varied temperature ranges they need, which include two to eight degrees Celsius, (-20 degrees Celsius) and (-80 degrees Celsius).
Global efforts
The Undersecretary of the Department of Health in Abu Dhabi, Dr. Jamal Muhammad Al-Kaabi said: “The (Hope) Coalition is part of the great efforts made by the UAE to support global efforts in fighting (Covid-19), as it works to ensure the delivery of (Covid-19) vaccines to hundreds of millions around The world, despite the great logistical challenges facing the process of transporting the vaccine and maintaining its effectiveness.
Today, through cooperation with leading global shipping companies, it is able to meet the needs of countries, non-governmental organizations, and many pharmaceutical companies from all over the world.
The coalition is the only platform that witnesses close cooperation between a number of companies that signed with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the World Economic Forum, on the Vaccine Distribution Charter, which will seek, through this cooperation, to achieve the main goal of the charter.
Supply chain
Bolloree Logistics is considered one of the most important companies that support the global supply chain, and it is ranked among the top 10 shipping and logistical services companies in the world, thanks to its integrated network of 600 offices in 109 countries, and the number of its employees is 36 thousand.
Through its reliable management of the supply chain, the company has succeeded in achieving high levels of flexibility that enabled it to face all difficulties and risks by securing alternative shipping options, and by continuing to develop its plans and policies as a major player with responsibilities in supporting the global supply chain.
The CEO in the Middle East and South Asia of the company "Boulloure Logistics Services", Philip Lortal, confirmed the company's readiness to work alongside all stakeholders to support efforts to distribute "Covid-19" vaccines around the world.
He said: “(Bollouet Logistics Services) is committed to providing the best logistical solutions that ensure the connection between the centers of vaccine production, storage and delivery to the medical care facilities that will provide it to everyone.
To ensure success in that mission, we have formed a special alliance that assumes the function of designing advanced logistical solutions that ensure the implementation of the distribution of vaccines smoothly and easily and overcoming all obstacles.
Logistics services
Seva Logistics, a subsidiary of the CMA CGM Group, is a world leader in third-party logistics services, operating and providing transportation and supply chain solutions to large and medium-sized national and multinational companies.
It also provides a wide range of contract logistics and freight management services, thanks to its 78,000 employees and more than 1,000 facilities in more than 160 countries.
Siva Logistics specialists with extensive experience focus on designing integrated and customized solutions for clients, with the aim of meeting the complex and changing needs of the supply chain for all business sectors.
“The continued spread of the global pandemic confirms the need to ensure the delivery of vaccines to all parts of the world, which comes on top of the logistics sector’s priorities and our responsibility,” said Guillaume Cole, CEO of Siva Logistics.
The specialized teams in the fields of medicine and health care in (SIVA) have great experience in the field of vaccine delivery, and based on our vast network of warehouses and refrigerated vehicles, we will employ these experiences to help (the Hope Coalition) achieve its goals.
Movement of goods
DB Schenker Shipping is a leading global provider of logistics services, as it has contributed to supporting the global movement of goods through its land, sea and air freight services, as well as logistical services for major project contracts and supply chain management, for more than 140 years.
In addition to its long experience, the company includes a large team of 77,000 employees in 2,100 offices around the world, and advanced storage facilities spanning an area of 8.4 million square meters distributed in 130 countries.
Its exceptional services ensure that goods and shipments continue to flow smoothly and smoothly throughout the global supply chain.
Storage success
The CEO of "DB Schenker Shipping", the Middle East and Africa, Christopher Smith, expressed his pride in working with the "Coalition of Hope" to provide the best logistics services to contribute to the success of the process of storing (Covid-19) vaccines and distributing them around the world.
He said, "We will work through (DB Schenker Live) for logistical solutions, our global network and specialized expertise to enhance the reliability and speed of the supply chain for distributing the vaccine, to provide the desired benefit to everyone in the region and the world."
In turn, "DHL" and its subsidiary, "DHL International Shipping", is a leading global brand in the logistics sector. It offers a wide range of logistics services that include domestic and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping solutions, order delivery, and international delivery. Express, land, air and sea transportation, as well as industrial supply chain management solutions.
With more than 380,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories around the world, DHL provides a secure and reliable link between individuals and companies and promotes the sustainable flow of global trade.
DHL is well-deservedly considered "the world's number one logistics company", thanks to its solutions dedicated to high-growth markets, technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing, energy, automotive and retail sectors.
Amadou Diallo, CEO of DHL International Shipping, Middle East and Africa, said: “The partnership with the Hope Coalition is an extension of our firm commitment to strengthening the bond between people around the world and improving their lives, and our team is now ready to start working.
Our participation over the past decades in supporting global humanitarian projects has contributed to strengthening our partnerships with a number of prominent global health organizations.
Given the huge impact of the pandemic on the world, DHL has made use of its global network, resources and expertise to support the transportation of essential medical supplies to governments and health agencies.
Shipping services
FedEx Express is also the largest express shipping company in the world, and provides reliable and fast shipping services to more than 220 countries and regions around the world. It employs a sophisticated global network of road and air transportation services, and contributes to speeding up the process of shipping goods and shipments that are highly time sensitive, according to For specific dates and dates of receipt, with guarantees that fees will be refunded in case of non-compliance with them.
FedEx Express’s unique network, which has been developed over the course of 47 years, includes more than 5,000 logistics facilities, 680 cargo planes, 200,000 freight vehicles, in addition to a qualified workforce of more than 600,000 employees around the world.
The regional president of FedEx Express in the Middle East, Indian subcontinent and Africa, James Mews, affirmed that “the company has all the main ingredients that enable it to contribute to the distribution of (Covid-19) vaccines in the region and the world, thanks to its distinguished expertise. And a global logistical services network, as well as the best technical solutions that will be an essential element in the successful completion of this process.
He added: “The FedEx Express team has extensive experience and knowledge in the transportation of vaccines and all sensitive pharmaceutical products, as this is one of the basics of our business, which qualifies us to take on this mission within the (Coalition of Hope), in which we consider our participation a source of great pride and honor. Of the company ».
Successive successes
As for MICO Logistics Services, which started its business in Abu Dhabi since 1978 in providing shipping services to the oil and gas sector, since its inception, it has managed to achieve successive successes, which contributed to its entry into new sectors, surpassing all the challenges it faced.
MICO has kept pace with the economic diversification plans adopted by the UAE to succeed in expanding and diversifying its business portfolio, thus cementing its position among the best companies as a leading provider of integrated supply chain solutions and services.
The portfolio of MICO’s business and services currently includes an advanced network of global land, sea and air freight services, as well as cargo handling, warehousing and distribution, shipping and unloading, land transshipment, clearance, and many other services for a variety of sectors, including the healthcare sector.
The Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of "MICO Logistics Services", Clifford de Souza, confirmed that "(MICO) is proud to join the list of partners (Coalition of Hope), and its contribution to support government efforts to combat the spread of the (Covid-19) virus, thanks to the fleet of Advanced shipping, and its cold storage warehouse.
He said, "We are pleased to be part of this important initiative led by the Emirate of Abu Dhabi by employing our advanced logistical network and cold stores that we own to support the supply chain capabilities in the emirate and the region."
The list of new partners also includes RSA Global, a provider of digital shipping and supply chain solutions, headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, and with a wide presence in the Middle East, East Africa, India and China.
Its focus is on making it easier to connect emerging markets to the world by providing smart services to the logistics and supply chain sector.
In turn, UPS, the global leader in the field of logistics, provides a variety of solutions that include cargo transportation, international trade facilitation and advanced technology deployment, with the aim of managing the international business sector more efficiently.
The company is headquartered in Atlanta, and provides services in more than 220 countries and regions around the world. Its presence in the regions of the Indian subcontinent, the Middle East and Africa dates back to 1989, and its regional headquarters is located in the Emirate of Dubai. It is also the official logistical partner for the Expo 2020 Dubai event. ».
Network of «coalition of hope»
Abhishek Ajay Shah, co-founder and CEO of RSA Global Group, said: “We are proud of our participation in the (Coalition of Hope) network that includes the world's leading logistics service providers to support the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. "To do everything we can to support distribution efforts throughout the region, by employing our long experience and extensive network within the Middle East and Africa region."
Vaccines
UPS is committed to working to achieve a more sustainable world, by placing its customers at the top of its list of priorities, as it is keen to provide its services to them through its specialized team, which includes more than 528 thousand professional employees, and works with dedication to paint a brighter future by communicating what is Important.
Jean-Francois Condamine, head of the emerging and high-growth markets unit at UPS, said: “UPS is fully prepared to support the goals of the Hope Coalition to deliver vital vaccines to communities around the world.
And that is through the company's long experience in meeting the various needs and requirements of this initiative, as we will provide (Coalition of Hope) and healthcare partners with smart and highly efficient logistical solutions to deliver vaccines that will contribute to protecting the communities in which we live and work daily. ”
And the "coalition of hope", thanks to the efforts of all partners, will be able to facilitate the delivery of "Covid-19" vaccines to the main transportation centers, warehouses and medical facilities in the world.
Vaccines require special logistical capabilities to ensure their safety and effectiveness, due to the varying temperature ranges they require.
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