Sri Lanka’s healthcare sector is experiencing steady growth. According to the Institute of Health Policy1, the percentage of Sri Lankans prioritizing increased spending on health has risen significantly from 58% in Q1 of 2023 to 87% in Q3 of 2024. This upward trend aligns with broader market dynamics, with Technavio2 predicting the global healthcare market will grow by US$6.26 billion by 2028, driven by a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.73%.
A growing healthcare sector corresponds with a corresponding international and local growth in demand for medical supplies and devices. For companies in the healthcare industry, this signifies significant opportunities to expand their business by shipping goods to new foreign markets.
Why ship medical shipments with DHL Express WMX?
However, shipping medical supplies presents challenges that demand meticulous planning, advanced equipment, and skilled personnel. This is where DHL Express bridges the gap with our DHL Express Medical Express (WMX) service.
Short lead time
Some pharmaceuticals, such as radioactive drugs, tend to have short shelf lives. Meanwhile, medical equipment and supplies hospitals need for operations or critical patient care are often time-sensitive. In such cases, fast and reliable deliveries are crucial for preserving the quality, safety, and effectiveness of the products and can have life-changing consequences.
By choosing the DHL Express WMX service, you can easily schedule priority pick-ups quickly and leverage our network to secure the next available flight This, coupled with our expertise in handling customs clearance for medical shipments, enables us to deliver your parcels on time, every time.
Comprehensive range of temperature control solutions
Besides time-sensitivity, many medical supplies and devices typically need to be stored at precise temperature ranges. For instance, the National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) of Sri Lanka mandates that certain killed vaccines3 must be stored consistently between +2°C and +8°C to ensure their efficacy and safety.
To that end, DHL Express offers a range of flexible, temperature-controlled packaging solutions that businesses can choose from, including:
- Refrigerated (2°C to 8°C)
- Controlled ambient (15°C to 25°C)
- Ambient (room temperature)
- Frozen (-15°C to -25°C)
- Frozen with dry ice (-80°C)
This is in addition to our contingency activation services, such as dry ice replenishment and access to refrigerated storage facilities, which ensure your medical shipments are properly stored during shipping.
Full customs and quality management compliance
For medical companies, compliance with regulatory requirements is critical to avoid legal penalties, shipment delays, and goods confiscation. With DHL Express, businesses can be confident that their medical deliveries are managed in compliance with protocols, for our WMX service adheres to international and local regulations, such as those set by the National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA). From pre-clearance to documentation and packaging checks, we minimize risks and streamline your shipping process.
Easy booking and customized support
Understanding that convenience is key, DHL Express also makes booking our services simple. You can easily access our WMX services through our user-friendly online booking platform or by contacting DHL Express Sri Lanka’s local customer service team for personalized support.
End-to-end shipment visibility
After you ship out your products, DHL Express’s Global Quality Control Centre provides 24/7 monitoring and contingency activation to ensure your shipment stays on course. Meanwhile, our real-time tracking tools provide full end-to-end visibility, ensuring you stay informed throughout the last-mile delivery.
Enjoy the benefits of the DHL Express WMX service
