2025/07/16/ | Press Release
Chapman Freeborn, global air charter specialist and part of Avia Solutions Group,
the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider,
has successfully completed a record-breaking cargo shipment operation at
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Earlier this year, the company organized a cargo
charter flight that transported the longest piece of cargo the airport has ever handled.
The shipment included a 67-foot-long, 24-tonne component, transported on three 20-
foot connecting pallets, along with two additional 40-foot components. Designed for the
oil and gas industry, these outsized components were transported aboard a B747F nose
loader.
Originating from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the shipment arrived at Prestwick following a
stopover at Liège Airport (LGG), where it underwent a security screening. In Glasgow,
the cargo was unloaded in just 30 minutes using three main deck loaders and two
cranes.
“This operation required close coordination between our UK team and the airline,
working alongside the CAA to ensure the cargo arrived on schedule,” said Adam
Duckworth, Cargo Charter Broker at Chapman Freeborn. “The handling agent’s team,
Prestwick Cargo Services, did an exceptional job coordinating the offloading operation.
We’re proud to have transported Prestwick’s longest piece of cargo to date, and remain
dedicated to supporting our clients and the industries they serve, regardless of shipment
size or complexity.”
Chapman Freeborn combines 50 years of experience with extensive global coverage to
provide air cargo charter services for major corporations, governments, NGOs, relief
agencies, and high net-worth individuals. The company is part of Avia Solutions Group,
the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider,
operating a fleet of 209 aircraft worldwide and the parent company of over 250
subsidiaries. The group offers a wide range of aviation solutions, including MRO
(Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul), pilot and crew training, ground handling, and
other related aviation services. Supported by 14,000 highly skilled aviation
professionals, the group operates across 6 continents.
About Chapman Freeborn
The Chapman Freeborn Group was established in the UK in 1973. The company has
offices worldwide including North America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia. In the
cargo market, Chapman Freeborn Airchartering specialises in the charter and lease of
aircraft for a wide-ranging customer base, including freight forwarders, multinational
corporations, governments, humanitarian agencies and a host of industries around the
globe.
In addition to freight services, Chapman Freeborn offers specialist passenger services
including private jet charters for executive travel and large aircraft for crew rotations and
international group travel, as well as on board courier services.
About Avia Solutions Group
Chapman Freeborn is part of Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft,
Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider, operating a fleet of 209 aircraft on 6
continents. The group also provides a range of aviation services: MRO (Maintenance,
Repair, and Overhaul), pilot and crew training, ground handling, as well as a variety of
associated aviation services. Supported by 14,000 highly skilled aviation professionals,
the group is parent company to over 250+ subsidiaries.
For more information, please visit www.chapmanfreeborn.aero
Media contact:
Ruta Siniakovaite
Global PR manager
Avia Solutions Group
Ruta.siniakovaite@aviasg.com
source: Freeborn Chapman