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25.01.2022 Congratulations to the connections of TALENTI, who won impressively on his Australian debut. Thank you for flying with IRT

24.01.2022 From the IRT Family to yours, we hope you are doing as well as could be expected in these difficult times. Fortunately in the Southern Hemisphere we are starting to see the resumption of some services; - SYD/AKL/SYD flights are due to recommence later this week and we will be working though the list off horses currently booked... - Australia to Hong Kong is due to start again early May, with monthly flights scheduled. - Trans Atlantic is operating on limited services - Imports from Europe to Australia - we are currently preparing horses for a flight in the comings months. - AUS/NZ to the USA plan to recommence in June If you have any queries, please contact your local IRT office.

24.01.2022 A beautiful morning at our quarantine facility in Karaka, New Zealand. Our Hong Kong bound horses are enjoying some morning paddock time.

24.01.2022 IRT is proud to be involved with the first arrival of 40 horses to China Horse Club’s brand new Royal St Lucia Turf Club in the Caribbean. This marks a momentous occasion for horse transportation and racing on the Island of St Lucia. Congratulations to all involved.

23.01.2022 What an incredible ride the IRT Inter Dominions has been. Over the last two weeks we have witnessed some of Australasia’s top Pacers and Trotters compete in what is widely referred to as the ultimate test of equine speed and strength. We are very proud to have sponsored this prestigious event, and to support the wider Harness Racing industry. ... Thank you to everyone involved, and to the connections of Trotting winner Winterfell and Pacing winner Ultimate Sniper, a huge congratulations!

23.01.2022 Beautiful morning at our barn in Newmarket where purchases from the Tattersalls HIT Sale will be Quarantined prior to travelling to Australia.

23.01.2022 *Fly Direct - Auckland - Brisbane* Coming in May! It is almost time for the Brisbane winter carnival, and to help get you and your horse to the Queensland sunshine we have a direct flight available. ... This special direct flight will be happening in May so get in touch today to secure your spot! Contact the team at IRT NZ: [email protected] +64 9 297 2022 Katherine Stewart [email protected] +64 21 707 219 Greg Pope [email protected] +64 21 797 701

22.01.2022 Our ‘Auckland Sydney Auckland’ flight route has resumed! This morning marked the first official Trans-Tasman horse flight since the Covid-19 Lockdown was lifted. Our professional team departed Auckland for Sydney successfully whilst upholding high health and safety protocols... IRT would like to thank all our clients for their support and patience.

22.01.2022 IRT was excited to be able to support the Yrc Show-Series over the weekend. It’s a volunteer based show with members from the jumping stables organising, building the courses, conducting set up and pack up. Terrific community spirit in these times. The great action shot over the IRT jump is Charlie Magnier and Stevie G, winners of the 1.10m. Congratulations to all involved.

22.01.2022 Pictured at Auckland Airport this morning : Our Melbourne bound horses being loaded on DHL for our Auckland-Melbourne charter flight.

21.01.2022 Great work by our team around the World to safely have the first wave of shuttle stallions arrive. Working on second group to arrive Tuesday. https://www.tdnausnz.com.au//relief-as-shuttle-stallions-t

21.01.2022 Pleased to be part of the journey for the overseas-bound Karaka Yearlings. Wishing our clients all the best for the new additions to their teams!

20.01.2022 IRT's New Zealand flights set to resume! After successful negotiations between New Zealand and Australian authorities, New Zealand equine exports are set to resume early next month. Horse flights from New Zealand were temporarily suspended due to a positive case of equine piroplasmosis being discovered in a horse set for export.... We have been working diligently with the authorities to quickly resume flights which means horses will now be exported under new certification conditions. Future shipments will see a slightly longer lead in time due to the additional testing required for piroplasmosis. We are pleased to resume our NZ flights and offer you our world-class airfreight service again soon! For more information or booking enquiries please contact IRT NZ at [email protected] or contact our IRT NZ representative Tess Fahey at [email protected] +64 21 784 281

20.01.2022 IRT NZ are proud to announce our sponsorship of the IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup Day 2020. Considered Harness Racing's greatest race in the Southern Hemisphere, we are thrilled to be able to support the industry through this sponsorship.

20.01.2022 As you would have all seen the situation for countries around the world regarding COVID-19 continues to evolve. While everyone's immediate focus is on the health and safety of all, we wanted to let our clients know that there will be impacts on our services. In addition to the implications of changes to airline services, we also need great staff to accompany your horses wherever they may go. In the interests of their health and safety - flight destinations might be restricte...d. If you have a horse currently booked we will keep you up to date with any flight changes. If you are looking to move your horse in the next six months, we would be happy to discuss with you any queries you might have. In the meantime, please take care of one another and follow the recommendations outlined in links such as this https://www.who.int//novel-coronavirus-2/advice-for-public

19.01.2022 IRT NZ’s exceptional airfreight service has stood the test of time. Hear from hall of fame Standardbred trainer, Barry Purdon, as he endorses IRT.

16.01.2022 * It’s Giveaway Time! * Equitana is here, and to celebrate we have 4x tickets to give away! Simply comment below and tag the people you wish to bring along to this fantastic event. ... IRT are proud to be an Event Partner of Equitana. * Tickets are single entry General Admission valid for any day 21st- 24th November 2019. This allows you access to all trade expo areas, education sessions and competitions.

16.01.2022 IRT NZ were extremely thrilled to support the racing industry through their sponsorship of the IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup 2020. Victory went to Self Assured, driven by Mark Purdon and trained by Mark Purdon and Natalie Rasmussen. Congratulations to the winning owner Jean Feiss, to @allstarsracing and to all the connections of this incredible horse. ... #addingtonraceway #nzcupday #nzcupandshowweek #nztrottingcup #cupday2020 #flyirt Chanelle Lawson

15.01.2022 We are looking for a new quarantine manager in Newmarket, UK. See the link below for details and all applications. https://www.careersinracing.com//quarantine-manager-newma/

15.01.2022 Congratulations to team Williamson! Thank you for flying with IRT

13.01.2022 We are proud to announce our continued sponsorship of the IRT Harness Jewels 2021. The IRT Harness Jewels is the premier championship harness racing event of the year, where the season’s best horses, drivers, trainers, breeders and owners come together to compete for the coveted IRT Harness Jewels crowns. This spectacular race day uniquely showcases the best age group Pacers and Trotters in nine Group One races across the entire card.... The IRT Harness Jewels 2021 will be held at Cambridge Raceway on the 6th June. We are proud to show our continued support of the equine industry. #IRTHarnessJewels2021

12.01.2022 Some lovely sunrises this week from our Pre-Export Quarantine at Kilflynn Farm, LLC in Kentucky, USA where horses are being prepared for export to Australia.

12.01.2022 Nice to see the first load of horses leaving Melbourne Airport since the COVID lockdowns. These horses are off to Hong Kong. Safe Travels

12.01.2022 Like so many of you, IRT has found 2020 to be one of the most challenging years we’ve faced since commencing business in 1972. We would like to thank our wonderful clients, who in the middle of a global pandemic entrusted us to move their loved horses around the world. With this comes a special thank you to our amazing staff throughout the IRT network. Faced with great adversity, they’ve been able to achieve amazing results for many horses owners. Helping our clients agains...t all odds is very satisfying for all IRT staff and to be involved in each horse’s story brings a great sense of pride. Finally our thoughts are with those who’ve been affected by this pandemic. We hope 2021 is the start of a healthier and brighter future for all. Stay safe and take care of those around you. Best wishes, From All at IRT

11.01.2022 IRT are proud to sponsor at the Land Rover Horse of the Year 2020 and support the equine industries involved in this fantastic event.

09.01.2022 As everyone would be aware the bushfires are having a terrible impact in Australia. While the fire services, in particular the voluntary fire service men and women have done an incredible job, fires continue to threaten rural and urban areas. Dr Amy Little, our Global Veterinary Advisor did some research for us on how to care for horses in these smokey conditions, which are also affecting livestock in New Zealand. Amy discovered this article from UC Davis which we found intr...estesting and thought our followers would too. https://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu//guidelines-horses-exposed-

09.01.2022 Departing IRT UK & Europe Chief Leaves Tremendous Legacy. Today International Racehorse Transport (IRT) acknowledged Jim Paltridge’s remarkable achievements in the world’s equine industry, as he departs IRT to manage his outside business interests, including a family farm in South Australia. In 1983 Jim Paltridge joined IRT and was immediately instrumental in establishing the company’s presence in the United States, opening an office in Los Angeles, followed by satellites in... Lexington and New York. In 1992 Jim left the US, to take over IRT’s UK office, subsequently opening another branch in Germany. Major achievements include; managing the European end of the stallion shuttle to Australia and New Zealand each year; as well as aiding the Australian Spring Racing Carnival’s growth into a truly international sporting event. Quentin Wallace, Founder of IRT said Jim has been a major contributor to IRT’s development as a strong, global agency, for the shipping of horses worldwide. He will be sorely missed. Chris Burke, current managing Director of IRT Australia, added that We celebrate the significant role Jim played in the globalization of IRT and look forward to building on his many achievements. With Jim’s departure, IRT has announced that Martin Coakes will be the new head of operations, for the recently formed IRT GB and IRT Europe, with its ownership and governance now falling under IRT Global Holdings Group. Thank you Jimbo and best of luck in your future endeavours.

09.01.2022 Thank you Fitzpatrick Racing Stables for flying your team with IRT Best of luck to your new addition!

08.01.2022 Aegon - Winner of the Al Basti Equiworld 2000 Guineas Congratulations to the connections of the IRT flown horse Aegon. This Baker/Forsman trained gelding has been victorious in the first Group 1 Race of NZ Cup week. ... An extra congratulations must go to Robusto, the stable mate, who has followed Aegon’s pattern and has since won a listed race at Riccarton also.

08.01.2022 Best of Luck to all finalists !

07.01.2022 We are delighted to be back again to sponsor the IRT Harness Jewels 2020. Join us on the 30th May as we celebrate New Zealand’s richest day in Harness Racing at Cambridge Raceway! #flyirt #irt #cambridgeraceway #irtharnessjewels #harnessracing #thejewels

07.01.2022 Congratulations to connections in today’s Cox Plate. In particular the first four past the post that all flew IRT ! Racing Photos

07.01.2022 ARAMAAYO - IRT Flyer and Winner of the Singapore Group 1 Kranji Mile Congratulations to the loyal IRT clients involved that include The Aramco Stable, trainer Shane Baertschiger Racing Stable and bloodstock agent Peter Twomey. Photo Credit - Singapore Turf Club

07.01.2022 It was a little cold for the horses in our Newmarket Quarantine this morning, might be a little warmer when they land in Australia on Tuesday !

06.01.2022 IRT Australia’s Managing Director, Chris Burke was out today delivering 24 rounds bales to support Two Bays Farm charity runs for fire affected areas. Thanks to the Team at Two Bays for helping and organising. #AusFires

06.01.2022 Cox Plate winner Lys Gracieux just prior to loading into her airstable for the journey back to Tokyo.

05.01.2022 We would like to wish the very best of luck to our IRT Team competing at the fantastic Takapoto Estate Show Jumping. (Maurice Beatson, Laura Hilhorst and William Willis). We feel privileged to have bought over Australian horses over to compete at this wonderful event.... Takapoto Estate Show Jumping

05.01.2022 Important Update for NZ Exports In light of a recent suspected case of a disease not previously known in New Zealand’s horse population, the Ministry for Primary Industries have made the decision to suspend all New Zealand equine exports to Australia. ... This suspension will be in place until a new protocol agreement is reached with Australian authorities and is effective immediately. We would like to reassure you that IRT are working closely with New Zealand and Australian government officials to reach a swift resolution so exports can resume with limited disruptions. We will be sure to keep you updated as we gain further insight into this precautionary restriction that we are currently facing. To get in touch with the IRT NZ team please contact [email protected]

05.01.2022 Earlier this year we were fortunate to have transported two Percheron geldings from Holland to Ecuador. You can watch their journey here as we follow them from their origins in France to their final destination, Ecuador. Thank you to all the connections for entrusting us with these two rather special boys.

04.01.2022 IRT NZ are pleased to announce the return of our Auckland to Christchurch domestic service. Flights from Auckland to Christchurch are set to resume next week with IRT operating these flights on a weekly basis. For those wishing to target the racing at the Christchurch Cup and Show week, we encourage you to take advantage of this domestic service and book your horses flight today.... Our team are here to help with all your horse airfreight needs. Please contact the office on [email protected] or call +64 9 297 2022

04.01.2022 An amazing horse gets to be with his best mate again. RIP Subbie

04.01.2022 Due to the ongoing border closures, travel restrictions and impacts caused by COVID-19, equine flights have understandably been heavily affected. As the world tries to slow the spread of this virus, necessary restrictions have meant our professional grooms are unable to accompany your horses due to airline and government policies. The health and safety of our staff, clients and the general public are our primary concern as we work with all stakeholders to navigate these uniqu...e challenges. To ensure we stay connected, IRT will be creating a contact list so that we can bring you up to date with any news of future resumption of services on sectors relevant to you and your horses. To receive updates, please email your details to [email protected] with information on where you would like to possibly move your horse, including contact details. Rest assured; we’ll be doing everything we can to help keep your horses moving when it is safe for all involved.

03.01.2022 We are pleased to be part of another shipment that saw these five horses travel from Europe to Ecuador. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey!

02.01.2022 The last of our IRT Inter Dominion passengers have landed in Auckland. Our passenger list included the NZ Trotting Cup Winner, Cruz Bromac. To all our passengers, thanks for flying with IRT! #flyIRT #ID19 #IRT #InterDominions

02.01.2022 Thank you Jody Hartstone for entrusting us with the global transportation of your horses.

01.01.2022 Providing the best experience for our clients and their horses led to the development of IRT Park in 2019, a pre-export quarantine and agistment facility in Bolinda, VIC, Australia. Here is a look at what we’ve built.

01.01.2022 CRUZ BROMAC has done it! A huge congratulations to our Australian competitor who has just won the New Zealand Trotting Cup. Thank you for flying with IRT! #CruzBromac @allstarsracing #flyIRT #cupday #letscelebrate #addingtoncupday

01.01.2022 A shot of our US Pre Export Quarantine this morning where the Australian bound Standardbred Shuttle Stallions are heading out to enjoy some Kentucky Bluegrass.