Kales becomes first CEIV Pharma certified GSSA worldwide
Kales Airline Services Becomes First GSSA Worldwide to Achieve IATA CEIV Pharma Certification
Amsterdam, May 21, 2025 – Kales Airline Services is proud to announce that it has successfully completed the IATA CEIV Pharma certification process, becoming the first GSSA (General Sales & Service Agent) globally to attain this prestigious certification for Italy, Belgium and Switzerland. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the air cargo industry, reinforcing Kales’ leadership and commitment to excellence in handling temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products.
Sebastiaan Scholte, CEO of Kales Airline Services, commented:
“This is an important milestone as the first GSA ever to certify for CEIV Pharma. Pharmaceutical shipments are increasing, and it is important not only to have the certification, but also the knowledge and the right mindset to handle these shipments properly. We are proud to lead the way in raising the standards for GSSAs globally.”
Brendan Sullivan, head of cargo for IATA commented:
The CEIV Pharma (Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics) program, developed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), ensures that companies involved in the air transport and handling of pharmaceutical products meet the highest international standards for quality, safety, compliance, and efficiency.
With this certification, Kales Airline Services demonstrates its dedication to providing customers with reliable and compliant pharmaceutical logistics solutions, ensuring product integrity across the entire supply chain. As the demand for pharmaceutical air freight continues to grow, Kales’ achievement underscores its forward-looking approach and its readiness to support the increasingly stringent needs of pharmaceutical logistics on a global scale.
About IATA CEIV Pharma
IATA’s CEIV Pharma certification is a globally recognized standard designed to improve the handling and transportation of pharmaceutical products. It ensures that certified companies comply with international regulations and standards such as GDP (Good Distribution Practices), WHO guidelines, and national regulations, while promoting air cargo as a reliable mode of transport for pharmaceuticals.