Page 23 - SHARJAH AIRPORT PR REPORT - OCTOBER 2023

News Brief:

In line with the beginning of the local and international horse racing and equestrian festival
season
Sharjah Airport completes preparations to provide fast

handling horse shipment service

1 October, 2023: Sharjah Airport’s Cargo Centre completed its preparations for handling horse

shipments, in line with the efforts of Sharjah Airport Authority to boost efficiency of air cargo
operations, particularly while handling cargo that requires special attention. These preparations

are made to efficiently meet the specific requirements for handling such cargo and ensure

seamless facilities for accompanying horsemen to complete procedures to transport horses
within the country or abroad. The move coincides with the beginning of the local and

international horse racing and equestrian festival season.

The Cargo Centre at Sharjah Airport offers top-notch facilities and innovative logistic solutions

to facilitate the transportation of purebred horses through the airport. The amenities include a
dedicated stable on-site that guarantees easy access for the horses and their companions. In

addition, the stable will be equipped with customised floorings, like Astroturf, that allows easy
movement for horses. Sharjah Aviation Services (SAS), the ground handling services provider

at Sharjah Airport, offers these amenities through its specialised team. The exceptional services

of SAS have been recognised with the IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO)
certification, which reflects its dedication to ensuring the highest safety and security standards

while handling all cargos.

Customers can visit the Cargo Centre’s website at:

https://www.sharjahairport.ae/en/business/cargo-centre/ to check the status of their shipments

through the online schedule or sign up to the airport’s flight tracking service to receive SMS
updates on the status of any cargo flight.