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The distribution of pharmaceutical products requires specific handling. This method is defined in the GDP guidelines. The Port of Antwerp-Bruges has become the first seaport in the world to translate these rules into the maritime sphere in order to operate in accordance with these European GDP rules throughout the logistics chain. The guidelines have also now been officially recorded in a certificate issued by SGS, which was presented to pharmaceutical industry professionals during a recent tour of the port.
Belgium is a major hub for the life sciences and healthcare sector, and many multinationals have offices here. One in six medicines exported from Europe set off from Belgium, and half of these medicines are produced here. Owing to costs and sustainability, there is increasing demand for shipping by reefer instead of air freight. With 63,000 square meters of GDP-compliant warehouses and 9,500 plugs for reefers, the port platforms in Antwerp and Zeebrugge can play an important role here.
