Abu Dhabi’s Hope Consortium has achieved a major milestone in steering the global logistics industry towards worldwide COVID-19 vaccine distribution after facilitating the transportation and storage of the COVID-19 vaccine in partnership with G42 Healthcare.

Supported by consortium members, Etihad Cargo chartered Boeing 777-300ER aircrafts to fly the temperature-sensitive cargo into Abu Dhabi International Airport. The UAE’s national carrier then utilised its road fleet to transfer the shipment to Abu Dhabi Ports Group’s KIZAD for holding in a purpose-built cool storage warehouse.

“This is a major milestone for the Hope Consortium, Abu Dhabi and the wider logistics industry. This operation illustrates what can be achieved when leading private-public sector partners collaborate to deliver cohesive solutions to a global logistics challenge,” explained HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Hamed, Chairman of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi. “This shipment showcases our combined capabilities and reinforces our commitment to support global efforts in the distribution of such vital cargo.

“The Hope Consortium provides the best available solution in one consolidated effort to meet the anticipated demands of vaccine shipments. As we continue dialogues with other potential partners around the world, such as G42 Healthcare who align with our quality assurances, we will further expand our reach and capabilities.”