World-famous circus producer Cirque du Soleil recently turned to airfreight to meet a tight delivery timeline as its show was moved from Australia to the US.
In March, the entertainment company teamed up with freighter-lessor Atlas Air to quickly move its LUZIA production from Sydney to New York.
Two Boeing 747-400 freighters were utilised for the transport, rather than the typical seafreight/roadfrieght operation.
In a press release, Atlas said the modal switch reduced delivery times by two months.
"With limited time to move LUZIA following its final performance in Sydney, Cirque du Soleil’s custom-designed sets and props required a meticulously coordinated and secure transportation process,” Atlas said in a press release.
Items transported include a huge rain curtain and 20-ft-long treadmills that had been converted from mine conveyors and each weighed 4,500 kg.
Richard Broekman, chief commercial officer, Atlas Air Worldwide, said: “From massive stage elements to intricate performance equipment, our expertise enabled the safe and timely delivery of this extraordinary production.
"This partnership highlights our commitment to excellence, allowing spectacular shows like LUZIA to inspire audiences across the globe.”
