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Pamplona Alimentos fully modernizes swine transportation fleet and strengthens commitment to animal welfare

Company invests in technology and exceeds regulatory requirements to reduce risks to animal health during transportation

Pamplona Alimentos has completed the modernization of 100% of the truck fleet used to transport pigs to its processing plants, establishing a new structural standard focused on animal welfare. The initiative reinforces the company’s strategy of expanding investments in sustainability and responsible management in one of the most sensitive stages of the production chain: logistics.

A specialist in pork production for 77 years, the Santa Catarina-based company implemented technological upgrades aimed at reducing thermal stress and improving animal safety during transportation. Industry studies indicate that failures in loading and transportation are among the leading risk factors for production losses and animal health issues. International research also shows that excessive heat during transportation can significantly increase swine mortality rates.

With the modernization, the trucks are now equipped with insulated roofs to reduce heat exposure, misting systems and drinking devices to support hydration and improve thermal comfort, as well as satellite tracking systems. The technology allows real-time monitoring of routes, stop durations, and operational variables that directly impact animal welfare and cargo quality.

Pamplona’s operations transport approximately 1.6 million pigs annually across its industrial units, supplying more than 159,000 tons of pork and processed products each year. The company operates in 26 Brazilian states and exports to more than 20 countries.

According to the company’s CEO, Irani Pamplona Peters, investment in animal welfare is part of a long-term corporate policy. “Completing this fleet modernization demonstrates that animal welfare is a management decision, not merely a matter of regulatory compliance. We continuously invest in infrastructure, technology, and training because we understand that transportation directly affects animal health and final product quality,” she stated.

In addition to meeting the requirements established by Brazil’s National Traffic Council (Contran) and guidelines from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA), including Normative Instruction No. 56/2008, the company says animal welfare is a strategic pillar within its ESG agenda.

In recent years, Pamplona Alimentos has adopted public animal welfare targets reported annually in its Sustainability Report, including initiatives focused on farms, transportation, and industrial operations. According to the company, these investments are part of an ongoing strategy aimed at operational efficiency, socio-environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.

With more than 3,700 employees, Pamplona Alimentos operates in the Brazilian market with a portfolio of 14 product lines, including fresh and seasoned pork, sausages, smoked products, salami, cheeses, and other processed foods. The company also owns the Paraná, Rio Sul, and Saudável brands.