Meet our team
John van Velzen
Manager, Live Animals, Founder of the Live Animals department
Transporting animals worldwide since 2000, from pets to exotics and livestock. Founder of the live animal division at Eagle Freight and board member of ATA. Driven by a passion for animal welfare and leading a dedicated team, focused on reuniting people and take care for Mother Nature.
Linda Bitter
Animal relocation specialists, sales
Active in live animal transport since 2008, with a background as a qualified paraveterinary professional. Driven by a true passion for animals and people. At Eagle Freight, I focus on sales, marketing, and communication, always aiming to find solutions.
Making the impossible, possible!
Denise Staal
Animal relocation specialists, pets export
Active in live animal transport since 2020, with a background as a qualified paraveterinary professional. Specialized in worldwide pet export, including destinations such as Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Driven by a passion for animal welfare, with a strong focus on care, precision, and smooth, well-organized journeys.
Mika van ljzendoorn
Animal relocation specialists, pets export
Active in live animal transport since 2024, following a degree in Equine Business Management. Working as an Animal Relocation Specialist at Eagle Freight, mainly focused on pet export while supporting the team where needed. Driven by a passion for animals and variety, enjoying the challenges and ensuring every journey is handled with care.
Esmée Corsmit
Animal relocation specialists, horses
The newest member of the team, with a strong passion for animals—especially horses. With a background in Equine Business Management and years of riding experience, including owning a horse. Focused on the import and export of horses and other large animals, while enjoying the variety in daily tasks. Excited to contribute passion and dedication to the team.
Ferry Koolhaas
Animal relocation specialists, horses
im- & export
Active at Eagle Freight since 2024, focusing on horse transport while supporting pet imports and bird exports. With a background in logistics, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Passionate about working with a variety of animals every day. Dedicated to supporting each shipment with care and attention to detail.
Jacques Holthuizen
Animal relocation specialists, pets import &
CITES expert
Active at Eagle Freight since 2022, specializing in import, customs, and CITES regulations. With a background in Animal Management, combining a passion for animals with ensuring safe and compliant transport worldwide. Detail-oriented and dedicated to supporting every shipment with care, precision, and expertise.
Jeff Duineveld
Animal relocation specialists, Horses - Livestock im- & export
In the business since 2021, with a background in logistics and experience in both import and export freight operations. Growing up on a farm created a natural connection with animals, leading to a specialization in live animal transport. Managing shipments of horses, alpacas, and other animals, including unique transports such as tigers.
Our Facilities
Located at Schiphol Airport, our office and operational workspace are designed to support fast, secure, and welfare-focused animal logistics. Close to major airline handling agents and veterinary services, we coordinate every movement efficiently and with great care.
We work directly with specialised partners at Schiphol — including handling agents, veterinary inspectors, groom teams, and custom crate builders — ensuring animals receive the right care and setup before departure. While we do not board animals ourselves, we collaborate with trusted partners who provide appropriate pre-flight care and holding when required.
Dedicated space for preparing travel crates and documentation
Safe loading and unloading with professional handling partners
Immediate access to NVWA inspections and customs facilities
Seamless coordination between our logistics team and airport partners
