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
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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
Air charter industry steps up again in 2024 responding to humanitarian crises
The air charter industry has stepped up once again in 2024 responding to crises around the globe, once again highlighting the importance of chartered aircraft. This year the industry has been busy assisting in humanitarian operations in the Far East, Africa, the Middle East, Caribbean, as well as North and South America, in the aftermaths of a number of natural disasters and civil unrests. Ben Dinsdale, Air Charter Service’s Director for Government and Humanitarian Services, explains: “The … [Read more...] about Air charter industry steps up again in 2024 responding to humanitarian crises
Chapman Freebon negotiate makeshift helipad to fulfil urgent delivery deadline
Chapman Freeborn landed an AS-355 helicopter on a neighbouring carpark to ensure vital automotive equipment reached its destination in the quickest time to keep production disruption to a minimum. Following a last-minute request from a German car manufacturer, Chapman Freeborn drew upon its fifty years of experience to identify and request the use of an adjacent carpark as a temporary helipad. “We are well aware that for our automotive customers, every second lost to inactivity translates … [Read more...] about Chapman Freebon negotiate makeshift helipad to fulfil urgent delivery deadline
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