Chapman Freeborn will mark over 20 years of operating in China this week, after opening its first offices in Beijing and Hong Kong in 2004. Chapman Freeborn’s China operations have grown exponentially over the last twenty years, opening five offices, leveraging capacity across the Chapman Freeborn Group – including Magma Aviation’s direct charter flights – to seize opportunities in new markets like e-commerce, and earlier last year appointing Allen Liu to oversee operations across the new … [Read more...] about Chinese New Year marks 20 years of Chapman Freeborn in China
Leasing & Chartering
Air Charter Service arranges flights to aid victims of Cyclone Chido
Since Cyclone Chido devastated the French island of Mayotte in the western Indian Ocean in December, Air Charter Service has been busy arranging humanitarian aid charter flights to the region, flying in more than 1,000 tons so far, with flights still ongoing. With winds exceeding 220 km/h (136 mph), the cyclone tore through the archipelago on Saturday, December 14th, destroying villages, and leaving thousands without shelter, water, or electricity. Ben Dinsdale, Director for Government and … [Read more...] about Air Charter Service arranges flights to aid victims of Cyclone Chido
Chapman Freeborn restructures to expand European cargo operations
Chapman Freeborn has completed a strategic restructure of its European cargo operations team to manage long-term strength in traditional markets and growth of new industry verticals. James Gilliard has been appointed Vice President of Cargo Sales, and Markus Schmidt Vice President of Cargo Commercial Operations, both reporting into Reto Hunziker who remains President of Europe. “This is an exciting time to join Chapman Freeborn as it reinvigorates its sales drive into new untapped … [Read more...] about Chapman Freeborn restructures to expand European cargo operations
Challenge Group signs with AERCAP for two additional converted 777-300ERSF, the ‘Big Twins’
Challenge Group concluded 2024 with remarkable accomplishments, solidifying its status as a key player in the air cargo industry. The Group expanded its fleet to 10 aircraft, completing its 767 conversion program, operated over 4,000 flights, transported more than 200,000 tons of cargo and obtained the CEIV Lithium Battery certification to complete its existing Pharma and Live Animals certifications. Key shipments included 5,000 horses, 600 aircraft engines and over 25,000 e-commerce and … [Read more...] about Challenge Group signs with AERCAP for two additional converted 777-300ERSF, the ‘Big Twins’
Chapman Freeborn strengthens presence in Saudi Arabia with AJEX Logistics Services agreement
Chapman Freeborn has expanded its cargo operations in Saudi Arabia, having signed an agreement with AJEX Logistics Services, a Middle East-based company specialising in express distribution and shipping solutions. The move by the global charterer comes as a strategic response to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 programme which aims to increase air freight capacity to 4.5 million tons per year. “This collaboration aligns with our mission to provide world-class aviation services and reflects our … [Read more...] about Chapman Freeborn strengthens presence in Saudi Arabia with AJEX Logistics Services agreement
Chapman Freeborn agrees partnership with Portuguese multimodal logistics specialist
Chapman Freeborn has entered an exclusive partnership with Portuguese multimodal logistics specialist Santos e Vale to expand its cargo charter, on-board courier, time critical, and passenger charter services across the Iberian Peninsula. The partnership, announced at the recent Supply Chain Magazine Iberia conference in Madrid, follows a growth in demand from the general cargo, aerospace, oil and gas, automotive, and construction sectors. “This partnership allows Chapman Freeborn to … [Read more...] about Chapman Freeborn agrees partnership with Portuguese multimodal logistics specialist
