Intradco Global, part of the Chapman Freeborn Group, has successfully completed the air transport of 1,200 breeding pigs from Denmark to the Philippines aboard a full chartered Boeing 747-400F freighter. The shipment, carried out in July, was destined for a client’s farm, where the animals will be used for breeding and genetic multiplication.
Animal welfare was central to the operation. The pigs were housed in custom-built wooden crates fitted with oversized watering systems, ensuring comfort and hydration throughout the flight. Intradco also used its purpose-built “pig lift” vehicle, allowing pigs to be transferred safely into crates without navigating steep ramps. Onboard, animal welfare was closely monitored by Intradco specialists alongside the client’s representative.
The project was the result of three months of preparation, including quarantining and a special diet for the pigs, and required careful coordination with multiple stakeholders. A last-minute change of departure airport added complexity, but Intradco successfully adapted without delaying delivery.
Founded in 1987, Intradco Global is the world’s leading live animal air transport specialist, trusted by zoos, aquariums, and conservation groups worldwide. The company is part of Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest ACMI provider with a fleet of over 200 aircraft and more than 250 subsidiaries globally.