More time for pets
On 1 November, Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Cargo introduced updates to its Iata Ceiv-certified live animals product, enhancing services to extend journey times from 17 to 24 hours and implement specialised provisions for brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds.
According to the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, these changes reflect its commitment to animal welfare.
Thomas Schürmann, head of cargo operations and delivery: "Etihad Cargo is raising the standard of pet transport by extending the live animals offering for pets requiring longer journey times and by catering specifically to brachycephalic breeds during winter months. Etihad Cargo is committed to the highest levels of animal welfare, which has driven these improvements to meet the needs of pet owners and shippers globally." (ah)