Rethinking Pharmaceutical Packaging: Why a Multi-Disciplinary Approach Matters
Topa Thermal and Topa Institute to present at ISTA Forum Europe, 7–8 October in Barcelona
Meeting the Demands of Modern Pharmaceutical Logistics
Pharmaceutical logistics is evolving. With increasing regulatory complexity, growing sustainability expectations, and pressure to streamline supply chains, packaging has become more than just a protective layer – it’s a strategic asset.
At ISTA Forum Europe, taking place in Barcelona on 7–8 October, Maarten Kleverlaan, Technical Solution Manager at Topa Thermal and Arjan Voshart, Manager at Topa Institute, will present a session that addresses these challenges through a multi-disciplinary lens.
Session Title – Multi-disciplinary Packaging Design and Testing: The Sustainable Advantages for Shippers
This session will explore how integrating packaging design, mechanical testing, and thermal qualification can lead to smarter, more sustainable packaging systems. Attendees will learn how this approach helps reduce material use, accelerate qualification, and lower total cost of ownership – without compromising compliance or product protection.
About Topa Thermal and Topa Institute
Topa Thermal, part of Topa Group, designs and manufactures temperature-controlled packaging systems for the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. Its solutions are engineered to maintain strict temperature ranges across complex global supply chains.
Supporting this work is the Topa Institute, an ISTA-certified testing and research facility also within the Topa Group. The Institute provides in-house capabilities for mechanical testing, thermal performance validation, and regulatory qualification.
By integrating design, testing, and qualification under one roof, Topa ensures that packaging systems are not only tailored to the product and route, but also validated for real-world conditions. This approach reduces development time, avoids over-specification, and supports compliance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and other regulatory frameworks.
Key Takeaways for Attendees
- A practical framework for integrating design, testing, and qualification
- Insights into reducing packaging complexity and material waste
- Case studies showing how to meet ADR and IATA requirements without over-engineering
- A look at how Topa Group’s structure supports faster, more sustainable packaging development
“Each time I return to this event, I discover new perspectives and new people who are equally committed to improving pharmaceutical logistics. That’s what makes me proud to present here for the third time.”
— Maarten Kleverlaan
