Atossa Genetics has announced a contract with Rhenus Advanced Services BV to provide comprehensive logistics services and support in European markets.

Rhenus will provide Atossa with logistics services and support for the European markets from its facilities in Tilburg, the Netherlands.

Services include warehousing, packaging, shipping, invoicing and collections.

The Rhenus global operations include more than 390 locations and 24,000 employees worldwide.

Rhenus president Dr Steven Quay said: "Contracting with Rhenus is a critical step in our European launch and we look forward to working with them as we commercialise our ForeCYTE Breast Aspirator device in select European markets."

Rhenus Contract Logistics Holding BV senior vice-president AJ L van Erven said: "We are excited about Atossa Genetics and adding them to our expanding family of medical device manufacturers.

"We look forward to a rewarding business relationship as we provide vital logistics and support services in the European markets and assist Atossa with the commercialisation of their innovative medical products."