DHL Express has announced the successful transport of Chocolate, a female chimpanzee orphan from the illegal bushmeat trade in the Republic of Congo, to Monkey World, a primate rescue center in Dorset, United Kingdom.
The freight company provided VIP service to the animal, transporting it in a customized box, supported by special handlers, flight engineers, cargo handlers, security personnel and pilots.
Chocolat’s journey was carefully designed to minimize travel time, starting on August 15th at Nairobi Airport in Kenya and ending at East Midlands Airport in the United Kingdom on August 16th with the support of DHL Express.
Kayne Moody, EVP Network Operations for DHL Express Europe, said: “It was an honor to help Chocolate Chimp move to his new home at Monkey World. The logistics of his transport were challenging, but our team of experts, together with Monkey World and his caretakers in Kenya, implemented all possible measures to ensure his journey was safe and comfortable.
“It’s a real privilege for everyone at DHL to be able to use our skills and network to contribute to projects like this,” he said.
After 20 years in Kenya, Chocolate moved to Monkey World, which provides special care for rescued animals. Rescued as a baby after his family was captured, the chimp left his right arm and leg paralyzed due to severe injuries.
At Monkey World, your new home is customized to your needs with low floors and accessible areas.
Established in 1987, the center is a 26,000-hectare sanctuary that houses more than 230 animals from 25 different species, including 52 chimpanzees.
Chocolate will be gradually integrated into a group of six chimpanzees with histories of abuse and neglect. Currently, he has already started his admission and adapted to the new food and environment.
Organizations such as African Apes and the William Holden Wildlife Foundation, founded by actress Stephanie Powers in honor of William Holden, also supported the exchange.
Stephanie Powers, from the William Holden Wildlife Trust, said: “In my capacity as a wildlife conservationist, I am concerned about the illegal primate trade, which continues slowly. The animals can only be rescued and rehabilitated through the extraordinary efforts of Alison Cronin and her team at Monkey World.”
“We are only a small part of the DNA of all our primate brothers and sisters, and it is a privilege to play a small part in protecting and protecting them. Thanks to DHL’s extraordinary generosity and support, one chimpanzee is very special. A person called Chocolate, Chocolate’s friend, to DHL and Monkey World. I will be grateful.
