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Global logistics provider DSV has launched a dedicated air freight service connecting Luxembourg and Indianapolis to support the growing demand for temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments between Europe and the United States.
The new route will operate twice weekly and is designed to provide pharmaceutical manufacturers with additional capacity and tighter control over shipments requiring strict temperature management. The service links two major life sciences hubs, enabling faster movement of medicines, vaccines and other healthcare products across the Atlantic.
The flights will be operated using Boeing 747 freighter aircraft and will connect Luxembourg, one of Europe's largest pharmaceutical logistics gateways, with Indianapolis, a key healthcare and distribution center in the US Midwest. The route is expected to strengthen supply chain resilience for pharmaceutical companies by offering a dedicated transportation option outside traditional passenger and cargo networks.
According to DSV, the service has been developed to address increasing demand for reliable and compliant transportation solutions as pharmaceutical supply chains become more complex and regulatory requirements continue to tighten. Maintaining product integrity during transit remains a critical priority for manufacturers, particularly for high-value and temperature-sensitive medicines.
The logistics company said the new corridor will support shipments moving between production sites, distribution centers and healthcare markets in both regions. The service also provides access to DSV's network of GDP-compliant facilities and cold-chain infrastructure designed for pharmaceutical cargo handling.
Industry demand for specialized healthcare logistics has continued to grow in recent years, driven by expanding biologics production, increased movement of clinical trial materials and rising global demand for temperature-controlled medicines. As a result, logistics providers have been investing heavily in dedicated cold-chain capacity and pharmaceutical-focused transportation services.
The Luxembourg–Indianapolis connection forms part of DSV's broader strategy to expand its healthcare logistics capabilities and strengthen its position in the high-value pharmaceutical freight market. The company expects the dedicated route to improve transit reliability while providing customers with greater visibility and control over critical healthcare shipments.
The launch underscores the increasing importance of specialized air cargo services as pharmaceutical manufacturers seek secure, compliant and resilient supply chain solutions amid growing global demand for healthcare products.
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