Cathay Pacific announces shark fin ban
Cathay Pacific has announced a ban on shipments of shark fin in a move that has been welcomed by conservationists. Cathay is one of the world's biggest cargo airlines, and its decision is expected to have a sizeable impact. Previously, the airline had said it would only transport shark fin that was sustainably sourced. More than 70m sharks are killed every year, according to WWF figures. Large numbers are exported to Hong Kong, where they are consumed or further exported to mainland China. The airline said that the ban extended to all shark products on cargo and passenger flights. Marine conservationists hailed Cathay's decision. Cathay now joins airlines including British Airways, American Airlines, Qantas, SIA and Emirates in banning shark fin. <br/>
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Cathay Pacific announces shark fin ban
Cathay Pacific has announced a ban on shipments of shark fin in a move that has been welcomed by conservationists. Cathay is one of the world's biggest cargo airlines, and its decision is expected to have a sizeable impact. Previously, the airline had said it would only transport shark fin that was sustainably sourced. More than 70m sharks are killed every year, according to WWF figures. Large numbers are exported to Hong Kong, where they are consumed or further exported to mainland China. The airline said that the ban extended to all shark products on cargo and passenger flights. Marine conservationists hailed Cathay's decision. Cathay now joins airlines including British Airways, American Airlines, Qantas, SIA and Emirates in banning shark fin. <br/>
