Maersk is working with the US drug maker Covaxx to provide logistical support for the distribution of Covid-19 vaccines.

While several shipping companies have confirmed plans to be ready to distribute the planned vaccine, Maersk is the first shipping company to proactively prepare for what has been described as the world’s largest product launch in history.

The agreement with Covaxx sets out a structure for all transport and supply chain providers to distribute vaccines across the world.