Federal Express (FedEx) has announced that its Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa hub at Dubai World Central (DWC) in the UAE has achieved the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) Pharma certification.
FedEx holds 30 CEIV Pharma certifications across its global air hubs and cargo handling facilities, reinforcing the company’s commitment to precision, quality, and excellence in transporting critical, temperature-sensitive shipments for the healthcare industry.
Awarded following a rigorous assessment of more than 280 criteria, the CEIV Pharma certification validates the hub’s capabilities across operational processes, storage facilities, equipment, quality management systems, and regulatory compliance, helping safeguard product integrity throughout the supply chain.
Supporting standards
The FedEx hub at DWC is purpose-built to support these standards. Spanning 57,000sqm, the facility is equipped with advanced automation, high-speed security screening, dangerous goods handling, and a 170sqm temperature-controlled storage area designed to support sensitive healthcare shipments.
As demand for reliable cold-chain logistics grows in step with this expansion, FedEx supports this growth through its global network, specialized healthcare solutions, and digital technologies that help businesses move critical shipments with confidence.
“Achieving the CEIV Pharma certification reflects our continued commitment to delivering healthcare logistics services that meet the highest international standards. Our hub at DWC is a critical gateway connecting businesses across the region to our global network, combining specialized cold-chain expertise, advanced technology, and visibility to help move critical shipments with precision and care,” commented Taarek Hinedi, VP-Operations and Planning & Engineering, FedEx Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa.
