Kales Airline Services has made history by becoming the first General Sales & Service Agent (GSSA) in the world to receive the IATA CEIV Pharma certification across Italy, Belgium, and Switzerland — a landmark achievement in the air cargo industry.
This prestigious certification underscores Kales’ commitment to excellence in handling temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical cargo, elevating industry standards for GSSAs globally.
Raising the Bar for Pharma Logistics
The CEIV Pharma (Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics) certification, developed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), validates companies that demonstrate the highest levels of compliance, safety, quality, and efficiency in the transport and handling of pharmaceutical products. Kales’ success in achieving this certification for three major European markets sets a new global benchmark for GSSAs.
Sebastiaan Scholte, CEO of Kales Airline Services, commented:
“This is an important milestone as the first GSSA ever to certify for CEIV Pharma.
Pharmaceutical shipments are increasing, and it’s vital not only to hold the certification but to have the knowledge and the mindset to handle these shipments correctly.
We are proud to lead the way in raising the standards for GSSAs worldwide.”
IATA Commends Kales’ Global Leadership
Brendan Sullivan, Head of Cargo at IATA, added:
“Pharmaceuticals are among the most sensitive and time-critical cargo we transport, and CEIV Pharma helps ensure they are handled to the highest global standards.
We congratulate Kales Airline Services on becoming the first GSSA to achieve this certification. Their achievement is a notable step that reflects the growing recognition of quality across all parts of the air cargo supply chain.”
A Commitment to Excellence in Pharma
As global demand for pharmaceutical logistics continues to rise, particularly in the wake of increased healthcare needs and innovations, Kales’ certification ensures its partners can rely on a certified, reliable, and expertly managed pharmaceutical transport network across key European markets.
This accomplishment enhances the credibility and capacity of Kales Airline Services to handle time- and temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, building trust with airlines, freight forwarders, and shippers alike.