September 14, 2026, Fort Lauderdale, FL – 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.
“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.
“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.”
ABOUT VIPHARMA
VIPHARMA, a subsidiary of VIKAND, provides global medical supply chain solutions for the maritime industry. Serving commercial, cruise, offshore, yacht, and other vessel operators worldwide, VIPHARMA sources and supplies pharmaceuticals, medical devices, equipment, and consumables to help ensure vessels remain equipped to support the health and wellbeing of crew members and guests.
Combining maritime expertise, advanced technology, and a global network of trusted suppliers and logistics partners, VIPHARMA delivers end-to-end medical supply chain solutions as an extension of its customers’ operations. From sourcing and procurement to quality assurance, inventory management, and delivery coordination, VIPHARMA helps customers maintain compliant medical inventories, manage costs, and ensure reliable access to critical healthcare products worldwide.
ABOUT VIKAND
VIKAND is a global leader in maritime healthcare, trusted by the world’s leading cruise brands for more than 15 years. We deliver proactive, fully integrated healthcare solutions designed around the unique operational demands of the cruise industry, supporting the health, safety, and wellbeing of both guests and crew at sea.
Our comprehensive services combine highly skilled medical professionals, advanced technology, and round-the-clock clinical oversight to uphold the highest standards of care onboard. From medical services to risk mitigation, every solution is built specifically for the maritime environment.
VIKAND manages more than 110,000 medical encounters annually across 500 vessels, safeguarding hundreds of thousands of passengers and crew worldwide. As a true extension of our partners’ operations, we provide seamless, 24/7 hands-on support across the globe.
