All Chapman Freeborn articles – Page 2
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NewsChapman Freeborn strengthens crisis response operations
Photo: Chapman FreebornGlobal air charter specialist Chapman Freeborn has strengthened its crisis response provision by establishing an 'Aviation Emergency Services' (AES) business unit.AES introduces a range of solutions, including crisis management; assisting organisations in effectively preparing for unexpected emergency situations, and security and risk management; enabling organisations to proactively detect ...
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InsightsCargo carriers drive the automotive supply chain
Demand for automotive shipments has returned stronger than before the pandemic, and in an industry where time is of the essence, airfreight still delivers.There are many links to the automotive supply chain, not least that of the big all-cargo carriers, many of which play an important role in the business.Luxembourg-based ...
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NewsVideo: What have been the biggest changes in the industry in the last 40 years
Air Cargo News is celebrating 40 years of breaking news and views. As well as looking back through time ourselves at the biggest stories of the last 40 years, we decided to ask a selection of industry stakeholders what events have had the largest impact on the industry in the ...
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InterviewsChapman Freeborn looks to another 50 years of success
It is 50 years since Chris Chapman and Mike Freeborn began marketing Alaska International Air’s fleet of Hercules freighter aircraft. At its peak, Alaska International Air operated five aircraft, but with business faltering in the local oil and gas industry Chapman Freeborn then utilised these aircraft for ad hoc charters ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn OBC champions sustainability
Felix Deutscher, business development manager at Chapman Freeborn OBC. Photo: Chapman FreebornOnboard courier specialist Chapman Freeborn OBC has announced sustainability plans which encompass carbon neutralisation and green office initiatives.The firm has partnered with sustainability management platform, WAVES, to calculate its carbon emissions and offset these accordingly by financing sustainability, neutralisation ...
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InsightsAll change for energy airfreight
Reduced heavylift capacity, costs and shifts in the oil market have forced the air charter market to think outside the box, but new opportunities are emerging in the energy airfreight sector.The reduction in heavylift airfreight capacity since the invasion of Ukraine is prompting manufacturers in the energy sector to consider ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn lays out its plans at ACE
From left to right: Russi Batliwala, Chapman Freeborn chairman; Neil Dursley, group chief operating officer for Chapman Freeborn; and Eric Erbacher, group chief executive for Chapman Freeborn. Source: Chapman FreebornGlobally active charter broker Chapman Freeborn has today [May 11] marked 50 years of successful business and outlined its vision for ...
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NewsMagma Aviation starts first regular flights into China
Photo: Chapman FreebornFreighter operator Magma Aviation has added its first regular scheduled flights to China.The Chapman Freeborn subsidiary's China operations address growing demand and broaden its access to customers in the Asia Pacific region, the airline said.Taking place three to four times per week on a Boeing 747-400 freighter, the ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn appoints Linkner in ACMI role
Roy Linkner. Source: Chapman FreebornChapman Freeborn has continued the expansion of its recently created ACMI team with the appointment of Roy Linkner.Linkner has been appointed as vice president cargo ACMI Leasing and has worked in the aviation industry for more than 35 years.His roles have encompassed business development, sales, revenue ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn appoints new automotive director
Russell CookGlobal aircraft charter specialist Chapman Freeborn (part of Avia Solutions Group) has appointed Russell Cook to the post of industry vertical director – automotive.Cook has spent over 30 years in freight forwarding, including two decades looking after automotive clients; his career to date has included roles at Emery Worldwide, ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn expands new ACMI team
Source: Chapman Freeborn. Nick KellyCharter broker Chapman Freeborn has appointed Nick Kelly as senior vice president - Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance (ACMI) Leasing.In his new role, Kelly will work as part of the broker's recently formed global ACMI department, reporting to Scott Collier, who was recently appointed as president ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn announces new ACMI Leasing president
Scott Collier. Photo: Chapman FreebornAir charter and leasing firm Chapman Freeborn has appointed Scott Collier as president – ACMI Leasing to lead the newly-formed global ACMI department.Collier brings almost three decades of industry experience to Chapman Freeborn from across the industry, from airline operations, commercial sectors and tour operating, to ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn makes appointments as it marks International Women's Day
Catriona Taylor (L) and Jenny van Wyk. Source: Chapman FreebornChapman Freeborn has promoted Catriona Taylor to the role of global supplier relations director and Jenny van Wyk to country manager – South Africa, both newly-created positions.In her role as global supplier relations director, Taylor will focus on "building and strengthening ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn expands Africa operations
Sharon Vaz-Arab (back row right) and Chapman Freeborn Africa Team at Air Cargo Africa 2023.Chapman Freeborn has tripled its Africa team on the back of a 30% year-on-year increase in cargo revenues in the region from 2021 to 2023.Sharon Vaz-Arab, regional chief executive, India, Middle East, and Africa (IMEA), Chapman ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn creates new UK GM role
James Edwards, Chapman Freeborn. Source: Chapman FreebornCharter broker Chapman Freeborn has appointed James Edwards to the new role of general manager – UK.Edwards has worked with companies such as Airways Aviation Ltd, British Airways and American Airlines in a variety of sectors, including commercial flight training, airline revenue growth and ...
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NewsIntradco Global transports over 300 cattle to West Africa
Europe-West Africa cattle transport. Photo: Intradco GlobalAnimal transport specialist Intradco Global has transported 330 cattle from Europe to West Africa to support the dairy industry.The operation took place across two charter flights throughout January, both of which saw Intradco Global’s ground operations team present at the departure and arrival airports ...
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InsightsAir cargo outlook: challenging market ahead
It’s been an interesting period for the air cargo industry as volumes have been trending downwards since the first half of last year, while the capacity situation continues to change and rates remain above pre-Covid levels despite recent declines.The fall in volumes reflects high inflation that is affecting consumer spending, ...
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NewsMagma Aviation has a new head of commercial
James Gilliard. Photo: Magma AviationFreighter operator Magma Aviation has appointed James Gilliard as head of commercial.Gilliard brings with him 20 years of aviation industry experience, joining the business following two and a half years at IAG Cargo in London where he was regional sales manager.Prior to that, Gilliard has held ...
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InsightsHeavylift sector faces up to an uncertain market
The heavylift sector is facing up to challenging market conditions but there are some positives to be found, writes Michael Mackey.Heavylift air cargo faces a difficult future despite an obvious need for its services.“I would describe the current situation as a ‘tough market’,” Reto Hunziker, regional director Europe for Chapman ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn appoints three new regional leaders
Global air charter specialist Chapman Freeborn has appointed three new leaders to head up its regional divisions as it prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2023.Reto Hunziker is regional director, Europe; David McCown is president, Americas; and Sharon Vaz-Arab is regional director, IMEA.Earlier this month, Andy Hudson was also ...