Wellard Ships Pte. Ltd. is the owner, charterer and operator of one of the world’s youngest and largest livestock vessel fleets approved by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), which has the highest and most rigorous standards in the world. Wellard Ships is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wellard Limited (Wellard), a public company listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) and based in Fremantle, Western Australia. Initially established in Italy in the 1950s as a family-owned business, Wellard has successfully grown from a local livestock trading business to an international agribusiness. Wellard’s core business is chartering livestock vessels to international exporters and importers who want their livestock to arrive at their destination fit and healthy. Wellard’s investment in technologically advanced, modern livestock vessels reflects the company’s commitment to animal welfare. Through a superior feed, water, ventilation system, dynamic stability, and high cruising speeds, Wellard’s purpose-built vessels have been designed from the keel up to set new standards in animal welfare and safety. As a global leader in the transport of livestock, Wellard is conscious of its leadership role in its sector, which is why the Wellard team is committed to achieving optimal animal welfare outcomes while livestock is under their care.