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portation of horses , pets , exotic animals and livestock from origin to the final destination . In cases where transit in Doha is required , our state-of-the-art cargo terminal at Hamad International Airport has a fully-equipped live animal facility and a team of experienced ground and animal handling staff to provide round-the-clock care for live animals . We ensure the animals receive special care and treatment all the way , on the ground as well as in the air . As a committed member of IATA , we comply with the Live Animal Regulations , which set out strict guidelines regarding the welfare of animals during transportation .”
The spacious 4,200 square metre air-conditioned live animal facility at Qatar Airways Cargo ’ s hub in Doha is designed with special features including : large holding areas for horses , eight stalls for horses ( 300cm x 300cm each ), a 24 / 7 dedicated expert animal health care service , 300-square metre paddock , rubber pavers for soft walk area , hydraulic loading and unloading docks as well as hydraulic workstations .
It is of the utmost priority that the cargo carrier ensures that the wellbeing of live animals is upheld during transportation in compliance with IATA ’ s Live Animal Regulations . Pets , exotic animals and livestock carried on board Qatar Airways Cargo flights transiting through the live animal facilities in Doha are provided with adequate and appropriate welfare arrangements such as temperature control , ventilation , feeding , container type , species mixing and veterinary care . A dedicated email address for live animal shipment enquiries qrlive @ qatarairways . com . qa has also been introduced .
The cargo carrier already has a dedicated equine product , offering professional care , red-carpet treatment and world-class service for the transportation of thoroughbreds . With a modern fleet of Boeing 777 , Airbus A330 and Boeing 747 freighters offering controlled temperature zones , a network of more than 150 destinations , comfortable and spacious horse stalls and seats for grooms on board the freighters , the service guarantees the care , comfort and safety of its equine guests .
The airline recently signed the United for Wildlife Transport Industry Declaration at Buckingham Palace in the presence of HRH The Duke of Cambridge and The Rt . Hon . the Lord Hague of Richmond . The declaration , which is supported by the International Air Transport Association , commits the participating airlines to increase passenger , customer , client , and staff awareness about the nature , scale , and consequences of illegal wildlife trade . It will also develop mechanisms to enable the transport sector to receive and share timely information about the transport of suspected illegal wildlife and their products , including methods of transportation , key routes , ports and other locations .
Qatar Airways Cargo also unveiled its first double-decker stand during Air Cargo China 2016 , one of the most important transport and logistics exhibitions in Asia . The stand features signature elements such as an interactive global route network display and premium lounges . Mr . Ogiermann and Mr . Peter Penseel , Senior Vice President Cargo Sales and Network Planning , hosted dignitaries , officials , customers and visitors at the brand new stand for business meetings .
The management team along with key media and VIPs inaugurated the new stand with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony and a traditional lion dance on the opening day of the exhibition in Shanghai .
GULF PRIVATE AIRCRAFT OWNERS RISK HUGE LOSSES FROM POOR AIRCRAFT MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
Losses estimated at US $ 45 million in 2015 in Gulf for opting for inhouse aircraft management says international aviation expert
An international aviation expert estimated the losses of private aircraft owners in the GCC countries to be more than US $ 45 million in 2015 for opting for inhouse aircraft management .
“ The appeal of private air travel is hard to ignore : easily accessible airports , quiet terminals , no queues or long waits , reliable departure times and an undisturbed flight ,” said added Zaher Deir , Rakjet ’ s Managing Director . “ Of course , private jet ownership does not come without huge financial , administrative and regulatory compliance issues . Choosing the wrong aircraft management company or
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