Importing
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The import conditions for horses from approved countries are quite complex and change from time to time.
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To find out the current import requirements for thoroughbreds, please visit the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service website, www.daff.gov.au/aqis/import/live-animals
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Exporting
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The quarantine standards for horses intended for export from Australia must meet the requirements of the importing country, which are variable and subject to change.
To find out the current requirements for exporting thoroughbreds, please visit the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service website, www.aqis.gov.au/animex/asp/search.asp
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International Air Freight Companies
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Movement of horses into and out of Australia and other countries almost always involves professional transport companies.
Listed below are a few of the most reputable International Transport Companies and a brief description about them. For further information regarding their services, please contact them directly (details below).
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IRT is the most trusted International horse transport company in the world. We have been transporting livestock around the globe since 1972 and have steadily built our broad, but intimate global network ever since.
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With offices in Australia, New Zealand, the UK and the USA, IRT's international coverage means that our professional and experienced staff can better facilitate your shipment all around the world - through day or night. To find out more about shipping your horse, contact your nearest office or visit our website www.irt.com
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Australia: Melbourne - Tel: +61 3 9643 3000 Fax: +61 3 9643 3030 Email: irtaus@irt.com
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New Zealand: Auckland - Tel: +64 9275 4002 Fax: +64 9275 7757 Email: irtnz@irt.com
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United Kingdom: Newmarket - Tel: +44 1638 668 003 Fax: +44 1638 665 534 Email: irtuk@irt.com
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USA: Chicago - Tel: +1 630 262 1221 Fax: +1 630 262 1331 Email: irtusa@irt.com
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Instone Air Services specialise in providing a comprehensive worldwide service for the transport of animals.
To ensure your animals are transported efficiently, safely and at the most competitive price, Instone includes the following important elements:
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- Suitable aircraft, equipped with the most modern Instone Airstables
- Highly experienced professional flying grooms and horse specialists, familiar with every aspect of equine care on an aircraft;
- All import & export documentation;
- All Racing Authority and Stud Book registration transfers;
- Road transport to and from airports;
- Competitive insurance rates;
- Quarantine and agistment facilities;
- Liaison with AQIS & all government agricultural departments;
- All health testing and documentation;
- Fully trained Instone staff controlling all flight operations and logistics.
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You will receive the very highest level of attention from Instone Air Services, regardless of whether you have 1 horse or 500 horses to transport on a series of charter flights.
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For further information, please contact Chris Pearson – chris@instone.com.au
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Phone: +61 2 4872 3888 or visit their website at www.instone.com.au
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Crispin Bennett International Horse Transport is an Australian based company dedicated to providing the highest quality air transport service available for your valuable bloodstock.
We understand that shipping a horse may be a stressful experience; rest assured everyone at CBIHT is working for you to ensure your horse is transported safely, on time and trouble free.
CBIHT provides you with a comprehensive, stable door-to-stable door service at competitive prices. Plus, you have the added security of over twenty-six year’s experience. So, make Crispin Bennett International Horse Transport your first call for worldwide horse transport, specialising in imports to and exports from Australia.
For more details please telephone +61 3 9740 5311 or visit our website www.crispinbennett.com
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