Marken

The clinical trial logistics subsidiary of UPS.

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Overview

Marken is a wholly-owned subsidiary of UPS that specializes exclusively in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries. They are a leader in clinical trial logistics, managing the transportation and storage of clinical trial materials, from investigational products to biological samples. Marken provides a full range of services including a global network of GMP-compliant depots, direct-to-patient services, and cell and gene therapy logistics. They are a critical partner for ensuring the integrity and timely delivery of materials for global trials.

✨ Key Features

  • Global logistics and transportation for clinical trials
  • GMP-compliant depot network for storage and distribution
  • Direct-to-Patient (DtP) and Home Healthcare services
  • Cell and Gene Therapy supply chain solutions
  • Biological sample and specimen logistics
  • Cold chain management

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Wholly owned by UPS, providing access to a massive global logistics network
  • 100% focus on the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries
  • Leading provider of Direct-to-Patient and cell & gene therapy logistics

Unique Value: Provides a highly specialized, reliable, and global logistics solution exclusively for clinical trials, backed by the power of the UPS network, ensuring the integrity and on-time delivery of critical materials.

🎯 Use Cases (4)

Managing the global transportation of temperature-sensitive clinical trial drugs Storing and distributing supplies from a global network of depots Delivering study drugs directly to patients' homes for decentralized trials Handling the complex, time-critical logistics for cell and gene therapies

✅ Best For

  • A logistics partner for a majority of clinical trials conducted globally.
  • A pioneer and leader in direct-to-patient logistics.

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Sponsors looking for a software provider for randomization (IRT)
  • Organizations that need clinical trial packaging and labeling services

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Offers a more specialized and patient-centric service than general couriers, with deep expertise in GMP/GDP compliance and the specific handling requirements of clinical trial materials.

💻 Platforms

Service

🔌 Integrations

Integrates with sponsor and CRO systems (IRT, CTMS) to coordinate shipments

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support
  • ✓ Phone Support
  • ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)

🔒 Compliance & Security

✓ HIPAA ✓ BAA Available ✓ GDPR ✓ SSO ✓ GMP ✓ GDP ✓ GxP ✓ ISO 9001

💰 Pricing

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