Clinical Trial Logistics
UK based logistics solutions for clinical trials. Award-winning patient-centric service, trusted by the NHS.
Robust logistics support for clinical trials.
Successful clinical trials require optimal supply chain solutions, with specialist knowledge of healthcare logistics and a commitment to quality, efficiency, inventory management, compliance and reliable transportation networks.
Life Couriers combine over 20 years of experience in healthcare logistics with a patient-centric approach built upon compassion and care. We work closely with pharmaceutical, biotech and healthcare providers to provide our award-winning clinical logistics solutions, from lab collections and warehouse storage, to inventory management and last mile delivery to clinical trial sites.
So if you’re looking for a UK healthcare logistics provider who truly puts the patient at the heart of their operations, contact us today and let’s put your clinical trial supply chain under the microscope.
Trusted to provide.
Hospital collections and deliveries
Experienced collecting and delivering to hospitals, labs and healthcare facilities
Safe handling of clinical supplies
Secure collection, storage, transportation and delivery of clinical trial materials
Clinical trial experience
We've been the logistics support behind trials for the likes of the NHS and University College London
Compassionate service
Patient-centric approach to all stages of the clinical trial supply chain with our 'Delivered with Care' ethos
Approved and accredited
ISO accredited, compliant with regulatory requirements
Storage and warehousing
UK warehouse and depot locations for nationwide coverage
Inventory management
Full inventory traceability with our bespoke warehouse management system (WMS)
Dedicated lab/ward delivery
Deliver materials to a specific ward or lab - no more leaving items unattended at reception
Advanced monitoring
Complete visibility with GPS tracking and real-time analytics throughout the clinical trial supply chain
Consistent and reliable
Industry-leading success rates consistently over 99.9%
Temperature control
Ambient and chilled temperature control facilities and transport
Humidity monitoring
Warehouse facilities with humidity monitoring technology
Chain of identity and custody
Records and documentation are handled accurately and confidentially
Same day services
Ability to fulfil and deliver the same day in critical situations
Bespoke solutions
Dedicated clinical trial supply chain, tailored to your specific logistics needs
Why choose Life Couriers as your healthcare logistics provider
Trusted and experienced, Life Couriers are Healthcare Logistics experts, working with both private healthcare companies and NHS Trusts.
Our healthcare logistics solutions are built upon three pillars – Compliance, Traceability and Care.
Compliance
ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 accredited. NHS Toolkit Compliance. GDPR Compliance. Industry-leading 99.9% service levels.
Traceability
Full visibility and traceability of shipments. Sophisticated route optimisation software. Bespoke Warehouse Management System.
Care
Award-winning ‘Delivered with Care’ service, built upon compassionate delivery and a patient-first mentality.
Proven logistics solutions.
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Logistics for Life.
At Life Couriers, we take the utmost care in all aspects of the logistics process, from understanding each customer’s unique needs, to ensuring that every delivery reaches its destination safely and securely.
Our industry-leading service combines bespoke storage and warehousing with meticulous fulfilment and compassionate delivery by friendly, trusted drivers.
Reduced costs, improved efficiency.
Clinical trial supply chain management can be very time-consuming, and there’s always a drive to implement cost-saving measures without sacrificing quality and efficiency.
At Life Couriers, we add value to the clinical trial supply chain. We do this by combining over 20 years of healthcare logistics expertise with a commitment to delivering first-time, every time.
The result is an award-winning service and industry-leading 99.9% success rates. And we’re not stopping there. We’re continuously leveraging new technologies to improve efficiency, reduce our carbon footprint, and keep costs manageable.
Inventory management.
Effective inventory management is critical to the success of a clinical trial, ensuring that the necessary materials and supplies are available when they are needed.
Our bespoke warehouse management system (WMS) provides 24/7 visibility of stored goods. Combine this with our real-time tracking of goods in transit, plus automated delivery windows and confirmations, and the result is full traceability of your clinical trial inventory at all times.
Faster approvals and improved patient outcomes.
The timely delivery of biological samples, materials and supplies is crucial to the success of a clinical trial. It allows researchers to conduct the clinical trial efficiently, leading to faster approvals and improved patient outcomes.
We specialise in the transportation and delivery of clinical supplies, with the expertise and resources necessary to ensure that materials are transported safely and efficiently, arriving to the clinical trial site on time, every time.
Clinical trial logistics case studies.
Healthcare Fulfilment for University College London Virus Watch
Back in August 2020, we were approached by University College London to assist with national collections blood samples as part of their Virus Watch household
Accreditations.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
(working towards at current)
ISO 27001
NHS Toolkit Compliance
GDPR Compliance
HGV Operators Licence
Member of Logistics UK
Waste Carriers Licence
Disability Confident
All Staff DBS Checked and Caldicott Trained
Related news.
Vision Logistics to Become Life Couriers
Vision Logistics is to be rebranded Life Couriers, as our award-winning logistics solutions go global.
Vision Logistics Shortlisted for Logistics UK’s Last Mile Delivery Business of the Year 2024
We’re delighted to be shortlisted as a finalist in the prestigious Logistics Awards 2024.
Vision Logistics Win Best Bespoke Healthcare Logistics Company at the UK Transport Awards 2024
We’re delighted to be crowned Best Bespoke Healthcare Logistics Company 2024 at the UK Transport Awards.
Frequently asked questions.
Probably. Our WMS system is completely bespoke, and already includes integration into several common inventory management platforms. Speak to us and we’ll see if we can integrate into yours.
Yes. Please see this case study for an example of how we transported blood samples for University College London.
Yes. We have depot locations strategically placed across the UK to cover England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. You can view our depot locations here.
Yes. We operate our own fleet with experienced, well trained drivers who deliver healthcare goods every day. We also have the ability to draw on other logistics providers and delivery networks if required, acting as a 3PL and 4PL provider.
Yes. We can provide chilled and ambient storage and transportation as required. Please contact us here to discuss your requirements.
Yes. We’re very experienced in delivering into UK hospitals, labs and healthcare facilities. Furthermore, we provide a ‘delivery-to-room’ service, allowing you to have materials delivered directly to a particular room on a premises, such as a laboratory or ward, rather than leaving your package at reception/goods-in. Contact us here to discuss your requirements.
Both. We are experienced in providing bespoke healthcare logistics solutions for a range of private healthcare companies, and are a trusted logistics provider to the NHS. You can learn more about our work through our case studies here, or contact us here to discuss how we can help with your requirements.
Yes. We can provide this service, and also include delivery windows and confirmation updates.
We utilise advanced routing software to make our fleet as efficient as possible. This helps reduce our carbon footprint, and improves our service offering.
Yes. We hold ISO 9001 certification, alongside ISO 27001.
Yes. Please visit our Case Studies page, which showcases some of our recent work for the likes of the NHS and private healthcare manufacturers/service providers.
Excellent. Please visit our Contact Us page here and send an enquiry across. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible to discuss how we can help.
Let's improve the patient experience
We’re raising the bar in Healthcare Logistics, with a zero failure approach that strives for delivery first time, every time.
Combine this with our compassionate delivery and patient-first approach, and the result is our award-winning ‘Delivered with Care’ model. Trusted by the NHS and private healthcare companies alike.
So if you’re looking for a logistics partner that truly cares about the patient experience, contact us today and let’s see how we can improve the lives of those who need it most.
