Temperature-controlled packaging solutions provider Nordic Cold Chain Solutions has introduced what it claims to be the first cold chain packaging solution tailored for transporting glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications.

The company noted that the GLP-1 drugs necessitate consistent temperature regulation during transit to preserve their therapeutic effectiveness and adhere to regulatory standards.

The solution, dubbed the Nordic Express Pack, is designed specifically for this purpose, providing a dependable and user-friendly packing option to assist speciality pharmacies and healthcare distributors in managing increasing demand.

Featuring a compact, space-efficient design, the Nordic Express Pack minimises storage requirements and enables swift operational expansion as demand rises.

The packaging is engineered to enhance efficiency for both incoming and outgoing freight, reducing shipping costs while meeting stringent quality standards.

Incorporated temperature indicators offer visual confirmation of any temperature deviations through colour changes.

The solution has undergone testing in International Safe Transit Association-certified laboratories, demonstrating its performance in extreme seasonal conditions.

Nordic Cold Chain Solutions CCO Keith Baechle said: “Nordic has always been built on a customer-first foundation, focused on truly understanding our partners' needs and the demands of the marketplace.

“We built the Nordic Express Pack to solve the real-world challenges of GLP-1 shipping. While there are plenty of generic cold chain mailers available, none have been specifically designed and tested for shipping GLP-1 therapies.

“With this launch, we're delivering a faster-to-pack, easier-to-store solution that protects these critical medications without driving up costs."

Nordic Cold Chain offers a range of products and services to clients in the cold chain industry.

In October 2024, the company successfully acquired Minus Works, a US-based manufacturing company focused on developing sustainable cold chain packaging and shipping products.