Chapman Freeborn has been recognized at the STAT Times International Awards for Excellence in Air Cargo, with Advisor to the Board Russi Batliwala receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award for his long-standing personal contribution to the global air cargo charter industry.
The award was presented during the ceremony in Mumbai, where industry leaders from across the global air cargo and aviation logistics sector gathered to celebrate operational excellence and long-term industry achievements.
In addition, Chapman Freeborn was highly acclaimed in the International Air Cargo Charter Broker of the Year category, reflecting the company’s operational expertise, global reach, and consistent performance in complex cargo charter operations.
“This recognition is particularly meaningful, both on a personal level and for the wider team that delivers time-critical cargo solutions every day in highly dynamic operating environments,” says Russi Batliwala, Advisor to the Board at Chapman Freeborn. “The air cargo charter sector requires precision, reliability, and deep market understanding, and I am proud to have been part of an industry that plays such a critical role in supporting global supply chains.”
The STAT Times International Awards are regarded as a key industry benchmark, recognizing organizations that demonstrate operational excellence, service quality, and leadership in aviation logistics and cargo charter services.
“For us, this recognition is first and foremost a reflection of the trust our clients place in our global teams due to the consistency of our high service delivered, thanks to their deep knowledge and great expertise ,” says Saska Gerasimova, Chapman Freeborn Group CEO.
“As demand for flexible and time-critical cargo charter solutions continues to evolve, we remain focused on strengthening our operational capabilities, global coordination, and long-term partnerships across key markets.”
With a global network and decades of experience in aircraft charter, Chapman Freeborn continues to support cargo charter operations across sectors including aerospace, energy, humanitarian logistics, and e-commerce, where speed, flexibility, and reliability are essential.
The recognition further strengthens Chapman Freeborn’s position as a leading global charter specialist, supporting ongoing growth across cargo, passenger, and ACMI services in an increasingly dynamic air cargo market.
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