VIKAND, a global leader in maritime healthcare, today announces the launch of VIPHARMA, a new subsidiary providing global medical and pharmaceutical supply chain solutions for the maritime industry.
The new subsidiary helps maritime operators navigate the complex process of sourcing, managing and delivering the pharmaceuticals, medical devices, equipment and consumables needed to support healthcare at sea.
Building on VIKAND's 15 years of maritime healthcare experience, it gives access to specialist knowledge and greater control over procurement and logistics, creating a streamlined process that operators can plan around voyage after voyage.
VIPHARMA uses industry relationships and purchasing power to help partners optimise procurement, control costs, and keep critical supplies moving, backed by competitive pricing and efficient delivery. The team provides expert guidance across medical supply requirements and manage vendor sourcing, ordering, purchasing, delivery and quality assurance.
Peter Hult, CEO of VIKAND
"The launch of VIPHARMA is a natural extension of VIKAND's commitment to improving healthcare and safety at sea. Having the right medical products available onboard, when and where they are needed, is fundamental to caring for guests and crew,” said Peter Hult, CEO of VIKAND.
"It acts as an extension of our partners' operations, providing additional expertise and support where it can add value. Whether it's sourcing products, managing deliveries or helping navigate supply challenges, the team is there to make the process simpler and help reduce unnecessary costs and waste.
"Our philosophy has always been 'We can because we care'. VIPHARMA brings that same approach to supporting the maritime industry and strengthening an essential part of onboard care.”
Medical and pharmaceutical supply is essential to safe vessel operations, yet serving a global and highly mobile industry presents significant logistical challenges. Established with an understanding of these demands, VIPHARMA works alongside existing suppliers and partners to strengthen the supply chain and support better healthcare outcomes onboard.
"Supplying the maritime industry is fundamentally different from supplying a fixed location. Vessels move, requirements change, and products may be needed anywhere in the world, often within demanding timeframes,” said Tim Krulatz, Vice President, Supply Chain at VIKAND.
Tim Krulatz, Vice President Supply Chain at VIKAND
"We've spent years delivering medical supply chain services across the maritime sector, and that experience shapes how we work: staying compliant, moving quickly, and getting the right products to the right vessel, when it’s needed.
"By combining practical, hands-on support with global reach, we help operators work through logistical challenges and keep vessels supplied with medical products, without compromising on quality or care. This builds on our supply chain expertise, giving partners more support and greater value across all their medical supply needs."
The launch expands VIKAND's capabilities in maritime healthcare and reinforces its commitment to protecting the health, safety and wellbeing of crew and passengers at sea.
Robban Assafina is now on WhatsApp channel. Click Here
