A 100-Horse Airlift: Conqueror Bangkok Steps Into the Spotlight for Thailand’s Biggest Equine Event

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From runway to riding arena, Trans Air Cargo is set to manage every step of this high-stakes equine logistics project

Trans Air Cargo (TAC), Conqueror’s member in Bangkok, Thailand, has been appointed by the Thailand Equestrian Federation as the official transport agent for the FEI Asian Championships and SEA Games 2025. This appointment places TAC at the center of one of Thailand’s most demanding equine logistics projects involving the transport, handling, and re-export of more than 100 competition horses arriving from Europe and several Asian countries.

Around 80 horses will arrive for the FEI Asian Championships, while another 26 are scheduled to compete in the SEA Games. TAC oversees the entire chain, starting with pre-import requirements, including health certification, blood testing, and documentation. The horses are flying in on specially arranged charter flights from Europe, Brunei, Singapore, and other regional locations. Each of them will be supervised by flying grooms and in-flight veterinary teams.

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Horse transport logistics by Trans Air Cargo

Once the horses land in Thailand, TAC handles customs clearance and veterinary inspections under the Department of Livestock Development. The team then oversees the careful transfer of each horse to the Thai Polo and Equestrian Club in Pattaya. The venue is EDFZ-certified, which means close coordination with TEF, FEI, and the National Federations is essential to meet international competition standards. Moreover, TAC’s team also handles on-ground care, stabling arrangements, and the logistics surrounding feed and equipment throughout the events.

“This project brings together every part of our expertise,” said Mr. Suwicha Boontem, Airport Operations Manager at Trans Air Cargo. “Moving competition horses at this scale demands precision, constant coordination, and complete trust from the event organizers. We’re proud to play a key role in two of the region’s most important equestrian events.”

After the competitions end, Trans Air Cargo will handle the full re-export process. The team will manage health checks, export permits, and the return charter flights. Their operations staff will stay on call at all hours. They will be coordinating with authorities, veterinarians, and event organizers to ensure every horse travels home safely.

Congratulations to Conqueror Bangkok on bagging this impressive project!