Drug Storage & Distribution
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With the strength of the Marken and UPS networks, Marken is a specialized logistics provider offering all levels of service through one state-of-the-art, secure system for booking and tracking.

Delivering high-value products to every region and country across the globe, even in hard-to-reach destinations, with guaranteed turnaround times (TAT) and weekend pickups.
For more than four decades, Marken has provided end-to-end supply chain support to the global pharmaceutical and life sciences industries in over 220 countries. Designed for time and temperature sensitive shipments to challenging regions and countries, our specialty logistics service is managed entirely by Marken’s dedicated global network, providing full oversight of your clinical trial materials by our trusted team of experts.
Hybrid logistics service. One provider. One solution, with complete management and oversight by Marken’s team of experts.
Our hybrid logistics service leverages the depth of the UPS network with Marken’s global specialty presence and expertise as a specialized supply chain for the tailored ability of first and last mile delivery. This eliminates the need to outsource portions of your supply chain in countries where multiple providers may have previously been required. Our hybrid service ensures seamless integration and superior visibility across your supply chain, including reverse logistics for the efficient return of reusable packaging and tracking devices.
Forwarding service providing complete management and oversight by Marken with end-to-end GPS tracking.
In collaboration with our parent company, Marken offers a unique forwarding service for all your shipping needs at every location — from manufacturing sites to clinical distribution centers. Our synchronized operations provide lot integrity, single drop capability and full visibility through GPS tracking. We provide 100% contingency coverage and map temperature-controlled vehicles for the last mile to ensure route optimization. As a benefit to you, our structure encompasses all Marken and UPS capabilities across all lanes and provides a single cost of services for a streamlined solution.
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