30 January 2019

2018: The year of the horse for Cargolux

Cargolux Airlines International handled a record number of live animal transportations in 2018, resulting in an impressive 15.7% increase in its CV alive solution, the company’s specialized product designed for the transport of live animals.

Within the total amount of live animals the company transported last year, the number of horses is particularly impressive. The number of equines handled by Cargolux surged by 30%, from 2000 to 2600 horses, between 2017 and 2018; a reflection of Cargolux’s reputation as an expert in the field of live animal transportation.

Christian Theis, Cargolux’s Global Product Manager for CV alive reflects on the achievement: “Cargolux is proud to have recorded such a significant increase in animal transportation. It is an important part of our business, and we have made a number of investments over the years to ensure a top-of-the-range transport solution. As a company committed to animal welfare, we intend to keep positively developing this product in full compliance with all international regulations as well as our stringent internal policies.”

Horses represent a non-negligible 50% of the total amount of live animals handled by the company annually. Over the years, the company has forged itself an invaluable reputation as an equine expert, regarding each animal as a unique responsibility. Cargolux uses state-of-the-art HMC horse stalls that provide increased stability with a double layer pallet base that reduces the motion feeling for the horses, greatly reducing the stress the animals feel compared to traditional single layer pallets.

Cargolux’s fleet of purpose-built 747 aircraft are also equipped with multi-zone air-conditioning systems that can be adapted to suit any animal’s environment throughout the flight. This customized approach to animal transport is what sets Cargolux apart from other carriers and the consideration given to these special passengers explains the surge in demand for the CV alive product.

As a company strongly committed to environmental awareness, animal welfare is a subject close to Cargolux’s heart. The airline has a growing list of items it refuses to carry for ethical reasons and is actively engaged against the illegal trade of wild animals. As part of its Live Animal transportation policy, Cargolux operates in full compliance with the IATA Live Animal Regulations (LAR) and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). Cargolux is also a member of IPATA (International Pet and Animal Transportation Association) and IATA LAPB (IATA Live Animal and Perishable Board) as well as a signatory of the United for Wildlife International Taskforce on the Transportation of Illegal Wildlife Products.

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About Cargolux Airlines International

Cargolux, based in Luxembourg, is Europe’s leading all-cargo airline operating a fleet of 30 Boeing 747-8 freighters and Boeing 747-400 freighters. As a future-geared airline, Cargolux also has 10 efficient Boeing 777-8F on order to replace its ageing 747-400 aircraft. The Cargolux worldwide network covers over 75 destinations on scheduled all-cargo flights and offers full and part-charter services. The company has more than 85 offices in over 50 countries and operates an extensive global trucking network to more than 250 destinations. With over 50 years of experience in the air cargo industry and an extensive product portfolio, Cargolux provides tailored transport solutions for all types of shipments. The Cargolux Group also offers aerial firefighting services through its dedicated unit Aquarius Aerial Firefighting. As a responsible cargo carrier, Cargolux has developed a solid Sustainability program encompassing Environmental, Social, and Governance principles. The Cargolux Group employs close to 2,500 staff members worldwide.

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