12th Cold Chain GDP & Temperature Management Logistics Global Forum Officially Kicks Off in Boston

BOSTON, Sept. 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The 12th Cold Chain GDP & Temperature Management Logistics Global Forum officially kicks off September 29 at the John B. Hynes Convention Center. The remarkable event is taking over Boston for a weeklong conference attracting industry executives from around the globe. The Cold Chain Global Forum is designed to cover the industry's most pressing topics, with an expanded focus on the modern cold chain, all temperature range products, GDP compliance requirements and supply chain integrity.

Tailor made to be more inspiring, practical and innovative than ever before, the Cold Chain Global Forum boasts an impressive program, unparalleled to any other cold chain event in the world. Mayor Martin J. Walsh will help kick off the main conference with opening remarks on Wednesday, October 1 at 9:30 AM.

"I am pleased the Global Forum has chosen to host the 12th Cold Chain GDP & Temperature Management Global Forum in the City of Boston for the first time," said Mayor Walsh. "We are working to collaborate effectively with proponents in the life science sector, building business development, institutional growth, and biotechnology in our City and partners in the region. Boston is among the very best in biotechnology, and while you are here to enjoy the sessions held by this unique retreat, I hope you have a moment to enjoy our diverse eateries, scenic open spaces, arts and cultural offerings, and historic sites."

Attending organizations include FDA, Abbott, Johnson & Johnson, AbbVie, Bausch & Lomb, Bristol Myers Squibb, Novartis, Parental Drug Association, Cardinal Health, Eli Lilly, FBI, Fresenius Medical Care, Georgia Tech, GlaxoSmithKline, Center for Disease Control, Pfizer, Massachusetts Department of Public Health, McKesson, Mylan Pharmaceutical, National Research Council Canada, Octapharma, Regeneron, Santarus Pharmaceuticals, WHO, Smithers Oasis, Teva Pharmaceuticals, Xerox and more.

They will be joined by the impressive roster of exhibitors and sponsors that includes Envirotainer, FedEx Custom Critical, UPS, Elpro, Panalpina, Jarden Life Sciences, DuPont, World Courier, American Aerogel, Marken, Sonoco Thermosafe, American Airlines Cargo, Cold Chain Technologies, Pelican BioThermal, Sofrigam, Cryopak and more.

"We are thrilled to be in Boston to kick off the highly anticipated Cold Chain Global Forum," said Claudia Rubino, Divisional Director for the Americas for IQPC's Cold Chain Portfolio. "We are looking forward to seeing industry executives from around the globe come together for a week of forward thinking, networking and innovative idea-sharing, all while taking positive changes back to their organizations."

For more information on the 12th Annual Cold Chain GDP & Temperature Management Logistics Global Forum, visit the website at www.coldchainglobalforum.com, call1-800-882-8684 or email [email protected].

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