OCTOBER 28, 2025

Etihad Cargo Approves Pegasus ULD® for Pharmaceutical Uplift

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL, U.S. – October 22, 2025 – ThermoSafe, a leading global provider of temperature-assurance packaging, and Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, announce the approval for the uplift of the innovative Pegasus ULD® advanced passive temperature-controlled container, enabling freight forwarders and shippers to use the Pegasus ULD® across Etihad Cargo’s extensive global network.

As global supply chains continue to evolve and face new challenges, shippers are prioritizing reliability, efficiency, and sustainability in their cold chain operations. ThermoSafe’s Pegasus ULD® provides a proven solution that mitigates risk and helps ensure uninterrupted transport door to door for time and temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products.

The Pegasus ULD® is the world’s first FAA and EASA-approved advanced passive bulk temperature-controlled ULD container for shipping pharmaceutical and life science products, engineered from advanced composite materials to be lighter and more damage-resistant than traditional metal containers. Each Pegasus ULD® includes an integrated, FAA-approved telemetry system that provides real-time, cloud-based data on payload and ambient temperature and other key environmental factors, precisely synchronized with GPS location throughout every stage of transport.

“Etihad Cargo has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing pharmaceutical logistics with innovation and reliability,” said Bourji Mourad, Director, Global Leasing and Market Development at ThermoSafe. “We’re delighted to collaborate with Etihad Cargo to expand global access to safe, efficient, and sustainable transport solutions for life-saving medicines and biologics.”

“We are pleased to welcome the Pegasus ULD® into Etihad Cargo’s temperature-controlled solutions portfolio,” said Fabrice Panza, Global Head of Pharma Development, Cargo Commercial, Etihad Cargo. “This partnership further strengthens our commitment to the global pharmaceutical sector by providing customers with greater flexibility, performance assurance, and real-time visibility, helping to safeguard critical pharmaceutical shipments around the world.”

Thomas Schürmann, Head of Cargo Operations & Delivery at Etihad Cargo, said, “Every shipment at Etihad Cargo is about giving our customers the most reliable, efficient experience possible. Welcoming the Pegasus ULD® to our fleet allows us to give pharmaceutical partners even greater peace of mind, knowing their shipments are protected, monitored, and delivered safely. Together, we’re helping connect the world through innovation and shaping a future where essential goods move more seamlessly beyond borders.”

With this new approval, Etihad Cargo joins a growing list of leading international air carriers that recognize the Pegasus ULD® as a trusted, sustainable air-freight solution for high-value pharmaceutical and life-science consignments.

About ThermoSafe

ThermoSafe is the leading global provider of temperature-assurance packaging for the safe and efficient transport of pharmaceuticals, biologics, vaccines, and other temperature-sensitive products. ThermoSafe shipping solutions mitigate risk and ensure product efficacy throughout the extremes of a supply chain. With operations in the Americas, Europe, and Asia, ThermoSafe offers industry-leading technology for refrigerated, frozen, or controlled room-temperature applications. In addition, ISC Labs® deliver individualized design and testing services and provide qualification and validation support to.

About Etihad Cargo

Etihad Cargo is the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways. Since its establishment in 2004, Etihad Cargo has grown rapidly to become one of the world’s leading air cargo carriers, offering customers a diverse portfolio of products and services through an extensive global network of chartered and scheduled operations.

Strategically based in Abu Dhabi, the carrier’s hub lies at the crossroads of the busiest trade lanes, connecting Asia, Europe, North America, Australia, and Africa, taking goods, care, and connections beyond borders. Under this platform, Etihad Cargo’s new campaign, “It’s Never Just An Address,” celebrates the meaningful stories and human connections behind every shipment. In addition to general cargo, Etihad Cargo’s specialised products and services include SkyStables (Equine), LiveAnimals (pets), PharmaLife (pharma and life sciences), FreshForward (perishables), SecureTech (electronics), FlightValet (automobile), AirMail, SafeGuard, and FlyCulture (vulnerables).

Etihad Cargo continues to enhance transparency and reliability through SmartTrack, its advanced real-time tracking and monitoring solution that provides end-to-end shipment visibility powered by IoT and data analytics.

The carrier is among a select few global airlines to hold all four IATA Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) certifications, for Pharma, Fresh, Live Animals, and Lithium Batteries, continuously achieving the highest industry standards.

For more information, visit www.etihadcargo.com.