International business leaders and stakeholders in the global pharmaceutical supply chain will descend on Abu Dhabi for the MiPharma Global Conference this week.
The conference, which runs from 7-10 May, brings together stakeholders from across the world to learn from experts in the field and engage in pharma-forwarding networking. The event takes place at Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers.
Representatives from airlines, project developers, aviation service providers, and key supply chain facilitators in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors are expected to attend the conference. The event will provide participants with access to subject matter experts and encourage vertical collaboration to streamline the pharmaceutical industry's logistics model.
Hosted by Etihad Cargo and sponsored by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, the conference will underscore Abu Dhabi's role in the global pharmaceutical supply chain and its status as an emerging international healthcare hub.
Abu Dhabi is actively pursuing its vision to become a leading hub for pharmaceuticals and life sciences. By investing in its infrastructure and supporting global events, the United Arab Emirates is working on creating a collaborative ecosystem crucial for the growth of a robust healthcare ecosystem.
The conference will feature speakers and content from local and international stakeholders, and shine the spotlight on innovations such as healthcare deliveries by drone, offering fresh perspectives on the future.
Etihad Cargo Vice President Stanislas Brun said the conference presented a unique opportunity for collaboration in the air cargo and pharmaceutical sectors.
"As the national carrier of the UAE and host airline of the MiPharma Global, Etihad Cargo looks forward to welcoming stakeholders to the UAE's capital to share insights and deepen relationships that will further advance air cargo and support Abu Dhabi's vision of becoming a global logistics and healthcare hub,” said Brun.
Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau director Mubarak Al Shamisi said the event added value to a growing portfolio of business events.
“Hosting this gathering reinforces the strong confidence placed in Abu Dhabi's state-of-the-art infrastructure, accessibility and safety. Through this collaboration with Etihad Cargo and MiGlobal, we hope to build a lasting partnership and accelerate further growth for Abu Dhabi's MICE sector while also elevating experiences for delegates.”
MiGlobal Chief Frontier Officer, David Keen, said the event would serve as a platform to highlight the city's emergence as a key innovation hub for the pharmaceutical industry.
“With representatives from 50 countries gathering in Abu Dhabi, the conference aims to facilitate discussions on the challenges facing the sector and raise awareness about the transformative changes taking place in pharmaceutical logistics,” said Keen.
Abu Dhabi has hosted several international events to support the air cargo and pharmaceuticals sectors in recent years, including the World Cargo Summit, ACE Conference, and the Pharma Logistics Master Class.
MiPharma is a Global Trade Association for 'best in class' freight forwarders in the logistics pharma supply chain.
More information about the conference is available here.
