Qatar Airways Cargo transported 304 Angus cattle from Australia to Astana

Australian breeding cattle arrived at the capital airport of Kazakhstan on October 16. The transportation was carried out by Qatar Airways Cargo. In total, 304 Angus cattle were transported by air, with a combined cargo weight of 100 tons.

After completing the necessary procedures, the animals were to be transferred to two farming enterprises located in the Shal akyna district of the North Kazakhstan Region. The airport reported that the shipment's further destination is related to its breeding purpose.

The press service of Astana International Airport described the delivery of more than 300 head as a large-scale logistical task. According to their information, the preparation and execution of the transportation required compliance with international veterinary and sanitary standards, the organization of special transportation conditions, and the coordination of all process participants.

The airport also reported on the work of the staff involved in servicing the flight and coordinating the participating services. The unloading of the animals from the aircraft and their transfer for subsequent transportation was carried out in compliance with established requirements. The airport stated that appropriate conditions for the transportation of live cargo were ensured.

There are plans to increase deliveries of Angus breeding cattle to Kazakhstan in the future. According to the press service, the frequency of specialized cargo flights may be increased to achieve this.

Astana International Airport also reported on expanding capabilities to handle specialized cargoes. The published information did not include the cost of transportation, the origin of the animals for specific farms, or the timelines for their further distribution after arriving in the North Kazakhstan Region.