New EU animal transport rules include use of satellite navigation systems

NEW European Union rules on animal welfare in transport, which came into force yesterday, aim to reduce stress and harm to animals during land and sea journeys.

European Health Commissioner Markos Kyprianou said the new safeguards for animals include higher standards for vehicles and equipment and stricter requirements for those dealing with animals in transit.

“The regulation also provides for measures to ensure the better enforcement of EU rules in this area, such as the use of satellite navigation systems,” he said.