Tardigrad Group

What Tardigrad Group does

Tardigrad Group is a privately held, Czech-headquartered cold-chain logistics and temperature-controlled packaging specialist serving the global pharmaceutical industry. Founded in 2016 in Prague, the company operates from three regional offices (Prague as headquarters, Dubai as Middle East hub, and Kiev for Ukraine and Eastern Europe) and is supported by a 38+ country import/export agent network spanning Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Americas. The portfolio combines distributed third-party hardware — Crēdo Cargo, Crēdo ProMed, NanoCool, ChillTech (with Sonoco ThermoSafe Zero Bench-Time technology), Sensitech TempTale data loggers, Wilpak thermal covers and Bio-Bottle packaging — with first-party temperature-controlled transport services covering -196°C to +25°C, payloads from 2 to 1,300 litres and durations up to 168 hours.

The company earns revenue across four streams: temperature-controlled transport and logistics services (transport, air charter, on-board courier, direct-to-patient), hardware sales and distribution of partner temperature-control products, equipment rentals and leasing (Crēdo on Demand), and professional services including preconditioning, logistics and storage, clinical trials support, temperature mapping, dangerous goods handling, and GDP regulatory training. Go-to-market is sales-led direct enterprise engagement targeting pharmaceutical companies, clinical trial operators, healthcare providers, emergency services/air ambulance operators, and government health authorities, supplemented by channel partnerships with PELI BioThermal, Sensitech, Wilpak, Bio-Bottle and Sonoco ThermoSafe and active participation in pharma trade shows (CPHI Worldwide, Arab Health, Transport Logistic).

Notable operational milestones include the 2021 Czech government tender in which Tardigrad delivered 3.65 million antigen tests via five charter flights within 24 days of contract signing, temperature-stable insulin shipments from Chicago to Kiev in under 72 hours, and Crēdo ProMed adoption in the UK NHS SWIFT whole-blood air-ambulance clinical trial. The company is independently owned and managed by Monika Jírovcová, with no disclosed institutional investors, funding rounds or M&A activity.

Name

Tardigrad Group

Legal name

Tardigrad International Consulting

Website

https://tardigrad.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tardigrad Group is a privately held Czech-headquartered cold-chain logistics and temperature-controlled packaging specialist that distributes partner hardware (PELI BioThermal, Sensitech, Wilpak) and operates pharma transport services across 38+ countries from offices in Prague, Dubai and Kiev.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Logistics

NAICS

Packaging and Labeling Services (56191), Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage (493120)

SIC

Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMALAIAG

Cold Chain & Temperature-Controlled Packaging (Insulated Shippers, Gel Packs)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Packaging & Containers/Pharmaceutical & Medical Packaging

SECONDARYTLACAMAK

Passive Temperature-Controlled Packaging & Insulated Shipper Services

Transportation & Logistics/Freight Forwarding & Customs Brokerage/Temperature-Controlled Freight Services

SECONDARYCRAOAHAH

Pharmaceutical Cold Chain & Temperature-Controlled Distribution

Consumer Products & Retail/Wholesale, Distribution & Category Management/Health, OTC & Pharmacy Wholesale Distribution

SECONDARYTLACAMAM

Dry Ice & Cryogenic (LN2) Handling and Transport Services

Transportation & Logistics/Freight Forwarding & Customs Brokerage/Temperature-Controlled Freight Services

Keywords

• Pharmaceutical cold chain
• Temperature-controlled logistics
• GDP-compliant shipping
• Clinical trial transport
• Cold chain packaging

Headquarters

HQ city

Prague

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices40 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Temperature-Controlled Transport & Logistics: Core revenue stream providing temperature-controlled shipping and logistics services for pharmaceutical companies. Services include transport, air charter, on-board courier, and direct to patient deliveries.
2. Product Sales & Distribution: Sale and distribution of temperature-controlled packaging products including insulated systems, bio pouches, dry shippers, data loggers, bio bottles, thermoblankets, and thermocovers. Strategic distributor for PELI BioThermal, Sensitech, and Wilpak brands.
3. Equipment Rentals & Leasing: Crēdo on Demand rental program for Crēdo Cargo shippers and other temperature control packaging equipment.
4. Professional Services: Services including preconditioning, logistics and storage, clinical trials support, temperature mapping, dangerous goods handling, and GDP regulatory training courses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Tardigrad Group provides temperature-controlled packaging products and logistics services for pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, including transport, air charter, on-board courier, direct-to-patient delivery, preconditioning, storage, rentals, clinical trials support, temperature mapping, dangerous goods handling, and GDP regulatory training. The company distributes PELI BioThermal, Sensitech, Wilpak, Bio-Bottle, and Sonoco ThermoSafe temperature-control products across Eastern Europe and the Middle East, covering temperature ranges from -196°C to +25°C, payload volumes from 2 to 1,300 litres, and durations up to 168 hours.

Product overview

Tardigrad Group is a temperature-controlled logistics and cold chain solutions provider serving pharmaceutical companies. The company operates a unified portfolio of temperature-controlled packaging products and logistics services. The core products include passive temperature-controlled shippers (Crēdo™ Cargo, Crēdo ProMed™, NanoCool™, ChillTech®), thermal insulating solutions (Thermoblanket, Wilpak Thermal Covers), data monitoring devices (Sensitech TempTale® data loggers), and various insulated packaging systems (Insulated Systems, Bio Pouch, Dry Shippers, Bio Bottle). These products span temperature ranges from -196°C to +25°C with durations up to 168 hours and payload volumes from 2 to 1300 litres. Services include transport, preconditioning, logistics & storage, rentals & leasing, clinical trials support, temperature mapping, direct-to-patient delivery, on-board courier, air charter, and dangerous goods handling. The company distributes PELI BioThermal and Sensitech products across Eastern Europe and Middle East regions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ChillTech®: Pre-qualified range of 2°C to 8°C PCM systems providing exceptional temperature control from 2 days up to 6 days for payloads from 4L to 40L, utilizing Zero Bench-Time® technology.

Products and services

• Insulated Systems Temperature-controlled insulated packaging solutions for transporting temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical and biological products.
• Bio Pouch Temperature-controlled packaging solution for cold chain logistics of sensitive biological samples and diagnostic materials.
• Dry Shippers Passive temperature-controlled containers using dry ice to maintain frozen temperatures for sensitive pharmaceutical shipments including insulin and biological materials.
• Data Loggers Digital temperature monitoring devices including Sensitech TempTale wireless dataloggers for tracking temperature conditions throughout the cold chain.
• Bio Bottle Cold chain packaging solutions for infectious and diagnostic samples, distributed in partnership with Bio Bottle manufacturer.
• Thermoblanket Temperature control blankets providing thermal protection for temperature-sensitive goods during transport.
• Crēdo Cargo Passive bulk temperature-controlled shipper from PELI BioThermal, requiring no electricity, dry ice or batteries. Provides consistent temperature stability in excess of 120 hours with lightweight, sturdy stackable design.
• Crēdo ProMed Temperature-controlled portable medical transport bags designed for first responders and pharmaceutical representatives. Thermally protects pharmaceutical samples and medical supplies for 72-96 hours using Golden Hour technology.
• NanoCool Temperature control shippers from PELI BioThermal with evaporative cooling technology. Available in 2-8°C range with 48-92 hour duration coverage. Low-profile design reduces freight costs and warehouse space.
• ChillTech Reusable 2°C to 8°C PCM (Phase Change Material) shipping systems providing 2-6 days temperature control for payloads from 4L to 40L. Uses Sonoco ThermoSafe's Zero Bench-Time technology allowing pack-out directly from freezer.
• Wilpak Thermal Covers Thermal insulating covers for temperature-sensitive shipments in the supply chain, distributed through partnership with Wilpak.
• Transport Services Temperature-controlled transport and logistics services for pharmaceutical and healthcare products across international markets.
• Preconditioning Temperature preconditioning services to prepare shipments for optimal transport conditions.
• Logistics and Storage Cold chain storage and logistics management services for temperature-sensitive products.
• Rentals and Leasing Rental and leasing options for temperature-controlled packaging solutions including Crēdo on Demand program.
• Clinical Trials Support Specialized logistics support for clinical trial materials requiring precise temperature control.
• Temperature Mapping Temperature mapping services to validate thermal performance of storage and transport environments.
• Direct to Patient Last-mile temperature-controlled delivery services directly to patients for clinical and pharmaceutical products.
• On Board Courier Hand-carry courier services for critical temperature-sensitive shipments requiring escort.
• Air Charter Charter flight arrangements for urgent temperature-controlled cargo including medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
• Dangerous Goods Handling Handling and transport services for dangerous goods including temperature-controlled hazardous materials.
• Education Centre (GDP Training) Training programs including GDP (Good Distribution Practice) training and regulatory affairs courses for pharmaceutical logistics professionals. One-day course priced at 6,500 CZK / 250 EUR per attendee, with locations in Prague, Pardubice, Bratislava, and Zilina.

Quantifiable outcome

• Delivered 3.65 million antigen tests in 24 days across 5 charter flights
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, key, supporting and minor.

• PELI BioThermalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 10 July 2019Strategic distribution partnership announced July 2019 for distribution of PELI BioThermal products across Eastern Europe and Middle East regions. Tardigrad distributes the full range including Crēdo Cargo, Crēdo ProMed, NanoCool, and other temperature control packaging solutions. The partnership streamlines distribution of PELI products along with Tardigrad services.
• SensitechkeyTechnology or IntegrationLeading provider of global supply chain visibility solutions. Partnership provides Tardigrad customers with TempTale temperature monitoring products including the TempTale Ultra BLE Bluetooth datalogger. Joint webinars conducted on temperature monitoring and visibility solutions.
• WilpakkeyTechnology or IntegrationManufacturer of thermal covers for supply chain. Partnership announced 2024 with dedicated webpage providing detailed information about Wilpak products and their use in temperature-controlled logistics.
• Bio-BottlesupportingTechnology or IntegrationManufacturer of cold chain packaging solutions for infectious and diagnostic samples. Products complement Tardigrad's temperature-controlled logistics offerings.
• Sonoco ThermoSafekeyTechnology or IntegrationProvider of ChillTech reusable PCM systems using patented Zero Bench-Time technology. Tardigrad distributes ChillTech products offering 2°C to 8°C temperature control for 2-6 day durations in 4L to 40L payloads.
• Radost dětem (The Joy of Children)minorOthersLong-term charity partnership with fund helping children across Czech Republic, especially children with serious illness or from orphan homes. Tardigrad supports the organization and has helped send children from orphan homes to summer camps.
• Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and IndustrysupportingOthersTardigrad became a member of the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in February 2019, receiving registration certificates enabling use of all Chamber services.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• World Courier: Cencora (AmerisourceBergen) subsidiary offering specialty pharma cold chain transport with on-board courier, direct-to-patient, and packaging solutions — the most directly comparable competitor in pharmaceutical cold chain logistics.
• Biocair: Specialist life sciences logistics provider focused on temperature-controlled pharma shipments, including cryogenic and clinical trial materials, with global reach — closely mirrors Tardigrad's specialty pharma niche.
• Marken: UPS-owned clinical trial logistics and direct-to-patient delivery specialist offering temperature-controlled transport for pharma, biologics, and cell & gene therapies — a direct competitor for Tardigrad's clinical trial and specialty pharma business.
• Peli BioThermal: Manufacturer of Crēdo, NanoCool, and ProMed passive temperature-controlled shippers; Tardigrad is its Eastern Europe/Middle East distributor, but Peli also sells direct through global channels and other distributors — a channel partner that is also partially a competitor.

Emerging players

• SkyCell: Swiss-based provider of smart temperature-controlled pharma containers with IoT monitoring, serving biopharma across global air freight — an emerging technology-forward player in the same passive cold chain container market.
• Sonoco ThermoSafe: Manufacturer of ChillTech and other temperature-controlled packaging via patented Zero Bench-Time technology — both a partner (Tardigrad distributes ChillTech) and adjacent player in pharma cold chain packaging.

Broad incumbents

• Envirotainer: Global provider of active temperature-controlled air freight containers for pharmaceuticals, offering leasing and ULD solutions — broader incumbent in temperature-controlled pharma air freight complementary to Tardigrad's passive solutions.
• DHL Supply Chain (Life Sciences & Healthcare): Global 3PL with dedicated life sciences cold chain capabilities including temperature-controlled warehousing, GDP-compliant transport, and clinical trial logistics — a much larger incumbent offering overlapping services.
• FedEx Custom Critical (Healthcare Solutions): FedEx specialty division providing time- and temperature-critical transport for healthcare and pharma, with on-board courier and packaging capabilities — competes for high-value cold chain shipments.
• CEVA Logistics (Healthcare/Cold Chain): Global 3PL with dedicated healthcare cold chain offerings including GDP-compliant warehousing and temperature-controlled distribution — broad incumbent competing across Tardigrad's service portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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