NEW Loadstar LongRead: Chasing animals

Cargolux is transporting whales for the SeaLife Trust

Live animal shipments are an increasing area of interest for airline and forwarders. While growth is expected to be 3-4%, yields can be good – but good service is critical. 

For airlines, the key is the treatment of animals and their handlers. IATA has begun a CEIV programme to ensure standards, but many carriers have eschewed this in favour of working with specialists, or charities, to set their own standards.  

However, forwarders say the real key to choosing an airline is its network – animals don’t like to ...