Chapman Freeborn marks 45 years in air charter
07 / 06 / 2018
Chapman Freeborn colleagues from every office, function and seniority around the world gathered for a weekend of fun in Malta to celebrate the charter company’s 45 years in business.
Over the past four and half decades it has grown from a small UK-based operation to become an international business with a global footprint.
Guests enjoyed a variety of activities during the event, including boat trips, a treasure hunt and an evening event in the 6,000 year old city of Mdina.
Chief executive Russi Batliwala said: “It’s our people who make the business what it is today. I’ve been with Chapman Freeborn for over 30 years and many of my colleagues have also been with the company for 10 and 20 years or more. It was great to spend a weekend away with so many familiar faces as well as the talented new starters coming through.”
Founded in the UK in 1973, the Chapman Freeborn group was originally set up to market Alaska International Air’s fleet of Hercules freighters.
The company now has offices in North America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia. Its subsidiaries include Chapman Freeborn OBC, Logik Logistics and Wings 24 – providing on board courier services, time-critical logistics and flight operation services respectively.
Five years ago the group acquired equine, livestock and exotics transport specialist Intradco Global.
Last year it increased its stake in UK-based wide-body cargo aircraft specialist Magma Aviation from a minority holding to 75% to help support long-term growth plans.
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