Established in 2008 when JAS began transporting regular shipments of newly hatched chicks, JAS Live Animal Forwarding offers a unique service to a unique market. Our reputation has grown tremendously in this niche segment and JAS is a trusted provider for the transport of live animals industry-wide.
We are proud to be a leader in the poultry transport field offering a vast list of services to meet our customer's vast and varied needs, including palletizing the product and non-stop follow up at the transit point and final destination. Our expert team has also handles the transport of horses into and out of the USA, as well as shipments of tropical fish and other species.
JAS Live Animals Forwarding has a dedicated, expert team committed to the safe and humane transport of animals, whether they are moving for zoological or agricultural purposes. We tailor special routings and customize our services based on animal needs and behaviors. JAS Live Animals Division has a thorough understanding of unique container needs and can offer solutions for all live animal cargo. Our team and trusted service providers are trained to recognize emergency situations and act appropriately if and when they arise to protect the safety and welfare of animals both in the air and on the ground.
Since the beginning of the first Covid-19 wave, freight forwarders in the Netherlands faced issues with finding space within limited flights capacities from and to Amsterdam. JAS Amsterdam dedicated themselves to be flexible and creative to find the best solutions for their clients. Utilizing our extended JAS network and with the help of other offices in Europe like JAS Frankfurt, have arranged a weekly charter to provide our clients with the service they required throughout these difficult times.
One of our clients, Aviagen Limited, for whom JAS AMS builds specialty aircraft pallets containing day-old chicks, had a peak in shipments during the first half of the year. During that period, JAS Amsterdam handled more than 10,000 boxes and over 700,000-day-old chicks. All served with options through the BENELUX region.
This peak was almost parallel with the peak of Covid-19. The JAS Amsterdam team faced two major challenges. First, to find the required space, and second, to travel within the region while the travel restrictions were the strictest. Negotiations were taking place on a continuous basis with all airlines that are able to handle life animals such as day-old chicks.
In the middle of the restrictions in March, JAS had our first shipment for this peak from Belgium, Liege airport. JAS AMS went with a team to build up the ULD’s with one purpose, to deliver this shipment safely, and in time.
A couple of days later, the JAS team had to head to the south of the Netherlands for a full charter flight from Maastricht (MST), The Netherlands to Abidjan (ABJ), Côte d’Ivoire. This flight contained 7 ULD positions that were built into a Boeing 737F. 749 boxes and over 50.000 chicks. Which was again, safely delivered to the client.
This marked the beginning of a successful period, in which the JAS team made the impossible possible, and went above and beyond to fulfil our responsibility to our client. Today we continue these efforts through a wave of the avian influenza affecting the region and through the second wave of the pandemic. Nevertheless, we will continue providing the support and dedication our clients require. At JAS, people make the difference!
Throughout March, in honor of International Women's Day (March 8), we are celebrating some of the remarkable women at JAS. Today, we are honored to highlight Andrea Goeman, SVP Sustainability at JAS Worldwide.
What advice would you give your younger self?
I would advise my younger self to believe in yourself and be confident: Don’t let others opinions define who you are. Take them into consideration, make some adjustments and go for it.
How have female mentors/role models influenced your career?
I was lucky to work with amazing male and female colleagues in all stages of my career and believe that a respectful and open-minded work environment inspired me most. The book of former PepsiCo’s CEO Indra Nooyi “My Life in Full, Work, Familiy and our Future” is a great read about how purposeful leadership can drive corporate transformation forward.” Working with many inspiring women at JAS, I am already impressed by the openness and diversity of our organization; and the results we can achieve together.
What achievement are you most proud of while working at JAS?
Leading sustainability at JAS allows me to work with logistics experts from different cultures, regions and functions. In my first months, I experienced great commitment, work ethics and openness to new ideas, from our frontline workers to the management board. People really make the difference - I am proud to be part of the team.
How do you #EmbraceEquity?
Embracing Equity is not a nice-to-have, it’s a must-have. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion are driving both my personal and professional life. I am personally convinced that diverse teams perform better and bring value and growth to every company.
In your opinion, why is it important that more women pursue careers in the industry in the future?
The right time for women to pursue a career in logistics is now: With the growing importance of supply chain management, our sector is driving growth, innovations and sustainability transformation forward. Opportunities in the industry will continue to grow: The demand for analytical thinkers and innovative problem-solvers in freight forwarding is rising.
Statistics reveal that the demand for fresh or gourmet products is strong and will continue to expand.
-Carlo Rebuffi
Manager, Live Animal Transport Division
I feel very proud to have started this division of Live Animals in 2008 and over the last decade have seen it bloom and expand. Building my team through the years has produced solid relationships with our customers, based on trust, knowledge, and above all superior customer service.
Being passionate and loving what we do is a key to our success. Our commitment and dedication to our customers have elevated JAS beyond the level of our competitors in this field.
-Carlo Rebuffi
Manager, Live Animal Transport Division
I feel very proud to have started this division of Live Animals in 2008 and over the last decade have seen it bloom and expand. Building my team through the years has produced solid relationships with our customers, based on trust, knowledge, and above all superior customer service.
Being passionate and loving what we do is a key to our success. Our commitment and dedication to our customers have elevated JAS beyond the level of our competitors in this field.
We are proud leaders in Poultry Export Transports Worldwide, experienced in all phases from initial quote request, best carrier options for the logistics and rates, 24/7 follow up reports weather be in the drop at the airlines nationwide tendering the precious cargo, plus transit reports, and confirmation plus arrival supervision by our overseas offices with pictures and mortality reports at final destination airports.
The team of dedicated professionals In Live Animal Forwarding:
Carlo Rebuffi- Manager
Diana Berdote- Supervisor/Equine Specialist
Kelvin Suen- Export Specialist
Rafael Diaz- Export Specialist
Members of the ATA (Animal Transport Assoc) and of US Poultry and Egg Assoc.
“ I thank you for all your dedication on our business! Trust a long term Business partnership between the two companies are ahead of us.”
"Many thanks for your reporting on a daily basis - excellent service"
"I want to thank you for the past support and thankful for having you as supplier. Wish you all the best."
"I am satisfied with your trouble-free and appropriate work at all times."
"I am very satisfied with JAS Sales and Service in charge. We are considering another new import shipment."
"JAS has given an outstanding level of support in all areas. Our sincere thanks to the whole JAS team for their patience and diligence."
"You and your team did a great job. We really appreciate your professionalism and reliability."
“We have always found the JAS service and quality of work to be excellent. We look forward to working together for many more years to come.”
JAS Worldwide Live Animal Forwarding
4900 St. Joe Boulevard
Suite 400 Bldg. 100
College Park, GA. 30337
USA
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