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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Lufthansa Cargo intensifies strategically important partnerships in China
China's rapid growth has transformed it into a global economic powerhouse and is now one of the most important growth markets in the airfreight industry. With production hubs specializing in high tech-commodities, the country has enormous potential for the airfreight sector. The booming Chinese e-commerce sector and the increasing importance of cross-border trade from China provide additional growth opportunities in the airfreight industry. Against this backdrop, Lufthansa Cargo is intensifying … [Read more...] about Lufthansa Cargo intensifies strategically important partnerships in China
Saudia Cargo Announces Eng. Loay Mashabi as New CEO
Saudia Cargo, a leader in global air cargo transportation and a member of the biggest air cargo alliance, SkyTeam Cargo with its global reach, is pleased to announce the appointment of Eng. Loay Mashabi as its new Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, effective January 1, 2025. Eng. Mashabi succeeds Teddy Zebitz as CEO, who has led Saudia Cargo to record success, driving innovation and solidifying its leading position, Zebitz will continue to serve as a member of the Board of … [Read more...] about Saudia Cargo Announces Eng. Loay Mashabi as New CEO
Air Charter Service’s Brisbane operation growing fast
Air Charter Service’s office in Brisbane has experienced incredible growth over the past year, in terms of charter numbers, revenue and the size of the team. Paul Crook, Managing Director of ACS Australia, based in Sydney, commented: “Our management team in Brisbane is experiencing huge success at the moment, with an impressive increase in sales, up 61% year-on-year. We opened the office less than three years ago, so for them to produce the sort of numbers that they are at the moment is … [Read more...] about Air Charter Service’s Brisbane operation growing fast
SATS and WFS unite with a new visual identity
SATS Ltd (SATS) and its wholly-owned subsidiary Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), known collectively as the SATS Group, today launch a new unified global visual identity to reflect their integration and vision to become the world’s leading aviation solutions provider. The brand refresh comes 18-months after SATS completed the acquisition of WFS. Aligning the two identities celebrates the coming together of SATS and WFS, whilst embracing their strong heritage. This includes retaining the WFS … [Read more...] about SATS and WFS unite with a new visual identity
SmartLynx Airlines appoints Tomas Jan as Director Flight Operations
SmartLynx Airlines, a globally acknowledged ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance), cargo and charter operator, announces the appointment of Tomas Jan (Tomáš Ján) as the Director of Flight Operations (DFO). In this role, Tomas will be responsible for maintaining the highest safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance standards at the airline. Stepping into his new role, Tomas Jan shares: "I am genuinely happy to join SmartLynx and be part of the airline's future story. I believe that … [Read more...] about SmartLynx Airlines appoints Tomas Jan as Director Flight Operations
