Chapman Freeborn Wins Innovation Award for Dubai Regional Expansion
Chapman Freeborn Wins Innovation Award for Strategic Regional Expansion
Global charter specialist Chapman Freeborn has been recognized with the ‘Innovation in Regional Service Expansion’ award at the Aviation Innovation Awards 2025, cementing its position as a leader in business aviation across emerging markets. The prestigious award was presented during the Aviation Annual Gala Evening (AAGE) on November 19, 2025, at Dubai Airshow Week.
The award recognizes Chapman Freeborn’s strategic growth initiatives across the India, Middle East, and China (IMEA) region, where the company has successfully expanded its regional footprint while maintaining its reputation for operational excellence. The judging panel specifically highlighted the company’s client-centric approach, substantial operational scale, and commitment to continuous innovation as key factors enabling its successful market penetration.
“This award validates our strategic vision for growth in IMEA and China, where we have built meaningful partnerships and strengthened our footprint,” said Linas Dovydėnas, Chapman Freeborn IMEA President. “Understanding local market dynamics and maintaining our global standards of operational excellence have been key to establishing Chapman Freeborn as a trusted regional partner.”
The company’s expansion efforts are evident in its growing regional infrastructure. Chapman Freeborn recently opened its sixth office in China in Zhengzhou, joining established locations in Beijing, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Chengdu, and Shenzhen. In the IMEA region, the company operates offices in Dubai, Riyadh, Mumbai, and Johannesburg, positioning itself strategically across multiple high-growth markets.
As part of Avia Solutions Group—the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider—Chapman Freeborn leverages a robust operational infrastructure. The parent company operates a fleet of 187 aircraft worldwide through over 250 subsidiaries, supported by 14,000 skilled aviation professionals across six continents.
With more than 50 years of specialized air cargo charter experience, Chapman Freeborn serves diverse clientele including major corporations, governments, NGOs, and relief agencies. The company’s innovation in regional service expansion reflects broader industry trends toward localized operational hubs and market-specific solutions in business aviation.
Source ID: SRCE-2025-1764102510226-921