A Historic Transfer — From Puerto Rico to a New Beginning
In 50 years we've taken on many complex challenges. Few were as meaningful, or as logistically demanding, as this one.
JJC Industrial Services was entrusted with the relocation of multiple exotic animals — including Mundi, a beloved elephant — from a private zoo facility in Puerto Rico to The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Colorado. It required not just technical expertise, but precision coordination, compassion, and a deep sense of responsibility.
Our team handled the entire logistical operation: transporting lions, tigers, bears, and other wildlife from their enclosures in Puerto Rico to a forever home where they could live freely and safely.
The most iconic part of the mission was Mundi's transfer — a custom-engineered rigging and lifting system moved her safely into a reinforced crate, then to a specially equipped cargo aircraft waiting at the airport in Aguadilla.
“From Puerto Rico to new beginnings — we don't just move machines, we move lives.”
The Details Behind the Rescue
Custom Rigging Systems
Engineered specifically to move Mundi safely into her reinforced travel crate.
Veterinary Coordination
Close collaboration with veterinarians, wildlife specialists, and international logistics teams throughout.
Secured Transport Route
Police-escorted travel and precise airport coordination for a seamless, stress-free journey.
Hands-On Care
JJC staff present throughout to ensure proper handling and treatment until departure.
The mission, as it happened
Carrying an animal transport crate across the airport tarmac
On site for the rescue operation
Coordinating the transfer, step by step
Preparing for departure
The crew in motion
Every detail accounted for
A mission fifty years of experience made possible
Safe hands, every step of the way
From Puerto Rico to a new home
The JJC team on site
Building the custom rigging structure for the transfer
A rescue mission, executed with care