All Chapman Freeborn articles – Page 2
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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 ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn appoints regional chief executive - APAC
Global air charter specialist Chapman Freeborn has appointed Andy Hudson as regional chief executive – APAC.In his new role, Hudson will be focusing on growth opportunities in the region’s marketplace, using his prior experience of expanding his own companies throughout Europe, the Middle East and Asia.“Chapman Freeborn’s offering, combined with ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn unveils new international ACMI leasing team
From left to right: Alex Rincker, Luca D’Urso, Bernard Bourgeois, and Mantvydas Jasmontas. Photo: Chapam FreebornGlobal air charter specialist Chapman Freeborn has appointed a new international ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance) leasing team.The team comprises Alex Rincker, senior vice president ACMI – Americas; Luca D’Urso, ACMI sales manager; Mantvydas ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn appoints new director
Air charter specialist Chapman Freeborn has appointed David Tasker as director – government and humanitarian.In his role of global director – government and humanitarian, Tasker will be developing governmental and humanitarian air opportunities on a global scale, ensuring this happens in a coordinated, centralised and transparent manner across the Chapman ...
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Chapman Freeborn appoints Ciobanu in Perth
Chapman Freeborn has appointed Anthony Ciobanu as business development executive at its new office in Perth, Western Australia.The global air charter specialist said that Ciobanu brings 15 years of aviation industry experience, beginning his career at dnata Airport Services as ramp supervisor and charters coordinator.Soon after, he transferred to the ...
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Port of Felixstowe strike could see air cargo demand rise further
Strike action at the UK's biggest container port could see demand for already stretched airfreight capacity increase further.Dockworkers belonging to union Unite will strike at the Port of Felixstowe from Sunday August 21 until Monday August 29 in a move that is likely to exacerbate existing oceanfreight supply chain congestion ...
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InsightsAirfreight reacts to challenges in energy logistics
Demand remains steady in the energy airfreight market with rising oil prices and renewables development helping to fuel business, writes Yvonne Mulder.The general consensus in the energy airfreight market is that the pressure from governments, consumers and campaigners to end the use of fossil fuels will not significantly impact their ...