Avia Solutions Group

09/06/2026

Avia Solutions Group subsidiary, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧 𝐀𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 Group, will attend air cargo Shanghai 2026, bringing together Chapman Freeborn, 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐦𝐚 𝐀𝐯𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧 𝐎𝐁𝐂 from 24–26 June 2026 at the 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐢 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐨 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞. ✈️

A combined Chapman Freeborn Group presence in 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐢

During the three-day event, visitors will be able to meet Chapman Freeborn Group’s team to 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐬 and explore how its combined services can help them access competitive capacity, optimise costs and keep cargo movements safe, efficient and controlled.

💠𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧: With over 50 years of industry experience and a global network spanning more than 30 locations, the company supports customers with cargo charter, cargo capacity management, passenger charter, ACMI, project cargo, humanitarian relief and other complex aviation requirements.

💠𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐦𝐚 𝐀𝐯𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: specialises in dedicated freighter capacity, offering reliable, wide-body cargo solutions for customers requiring flexible and scalable air freight support.

💠𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧 𝐎𝐁𝐂: provides time-critical logistics solutions, including On Board Courier services for urgent, sensitive and high-value shipments that require fast and secure delivery.

Eric Erbacher, Chairman of the Board at Chapman Freeborn, commented: “Every shipment is different, and customers need partners who can look at the full picture before recommending a solution. Having Chapman Freeborn, Magma Aviation and Chapman Freeborn OBC together at air cargo Shanghai allows us to combine our expertise across charter, freighter capacity and time-critical logistics, and speak to customers about the option that best fits their needs.”

Read the full story and book a meeting with the team onsite in Shanghai 👉 https://tinyurl.com/3etytdp2

08/06/2026

𝐀𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐲 and international ground handling provider, BGS (Baltic Ground Services), has renewed its long-standing fueling partnership with 𝐇𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 at 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐧 𝐀𝐢𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 (𝐓𝐋𝐋) from 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔. ✈️

Under the renewed contract, BGS will continue to provide 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨-𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 to support Heston Airlines’ charter operations at Tallinn Airport, a key aviation gateway in the Baltic region.

Vitalis Dudys, Head of Commerce at BGS Group, commented, “We are pleased to continue our cooperation with Heston Airlines at Tallinn Airport. “Long-term partnerships like this reflect the trust our clients place in our services and our ability to consistently deliver 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞, 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 across our network.”

Read the full story 👉 https://tinyurl.com/wn2w6baa

05/06/2026

In aviation, safety is a that mindset we carry into every decision, every handover, and every operation across our 250+ subsidiaries. ✈️

Throughout our global operations, safety connects our people across ACMI, MRO, ground handling, training and all 18 of our major aviation business lines. Whether on the ramp, in the hangar, or in the cockpit, every safety action matters.

This month, we are highlighting the habits, conversations and people that help keep aviation safe.

Across Avia Solutions Group and the wider aviation industry, safe aircraft operations begin long before take-off.

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04/06/2026

Avia Solutions Group subsidiary and regional MRO provider, FL Technics Indonesia, participated recently at MRO Southeast Asia 2026. Hosted in Kuala Lumpur, Dobrica Djordjevic, Chief Production Officer at FL Technics Indonesia, joined the panel discussion “New Hubs, New Models, New Collaborations Driving MRO Capacity” to discuss the evolving challenges facing the region’s MRO sector. ✈️

Among the key themes discussed during the session were ongoing supply chain disruptions, rising logistics costs, increasing pressure on material availability, and the growing importance of regional collaboration across the Asia-Pacific maintenance market. The discussion also addressed the operational impact of broader geopolitical developments on the aviation maintenance sector. Panel participants also highlighted the growing role of cross-border partnerships as MRO providers seek greater flexibility and resilience in increasingly complex operating environments.

“What we see in Southeast Asia is strong demand for more localized, integrated, and faster MRO support,” said Djordjevic. “Airlines increasingly want maintenance capacity closer to their operations, while MRO providers are under growing pressure to maintain predictable turnaround times despite continued supply chain instability.” 🌍

Against this backdrop, FL Technics Indonesia continues to expand its local capabilities in the region. The company recently signed an initial expansion agreement with the Indonesian airport authority related to the development of its MRO facility at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta.

Read the full story 👉 https://tinyurl.com/wp4296wn

02/06/2026

Avia Solutions Group subsidiary and leading global ACMI provider, Avion Express, has announced the appointment of Vytenis Suklys as Chief Executive Officer, effective from June 1 2026. ✈️

Vytenis Suklys brings a strong background in both airline business and financial management and he previously served as Chief Financial Officer of Avion Express, giving him deep familiarity with the company's operations and strategy. Suklys succeeds Darius Kajokas who led the company for more than eight years, overseeing a period of exceptional growth, international expansion, and operational excellence. 🌍

Vytenis Suklys, Chief Executive Officer of Avion Express, commented, “I am proud to take on the CEO role and fully embrace the challenge ahead. Avion Express has an exceptional team and a strong business model that I know well. The company is in great shape following its recent transformation, and I am excited to build on this foundation. My focus will be on continuing to grow the business, deepening our customer relationships, and expanding our international footprint. I look forward to working with our talented people to take Avion Express to its next level.”

Departing CEO, Darius Kajokas, added, “Over the past eight years, I am proud to have contributed to the successful development and growth of Avion Express. I would like to thank the team for their professionalism and dedication to the company. I believe these qualities will serve as the foundation for the company’s continued growth and strengthening of its market position in the years ahead.”

Avion Express currently provides ACMI services to major carriers including Eurowings, Transavia, and Air Algérie, and operates charter flights for tour operator Novaturas.

Read the full story here 👉 https://tinyurl.com/2s37ubu9

01/06/2026

Avia Solutions Group subsidiary and sustainable fuel developer, NorSAF, has signed a permanent licence agreement with KBR (NYSE:KBR) for the deployment of PureSAF® aviation fuel technology. ✈️

Created and developed by Swedish Biofuels AB and exclusively licenced to KBR for commercial deployment, the agreement grants NorSAF exclusivity to utilise the technology for 100% drop-in SAF and eSAF production.

- This major milestone establishes a strategic foundation for the development of Europe’s first commercial-scale SAF/eSAF facility, located at the port of Liepaja, Latvia.

- With planned operations slated for 2031, the facility will be capable of producing 100,000 tonnes of 100% drop-in SAF/eSAF annually.

- This timeline is intended to align with the European Union’s ReFuelEU Aviation mandate, which requires SAF adoption to reach 70% by 2050.

- Fuels produced by the project would be supplied to aviation companies in Europe to help decrease their carbon footprint.

What is 100% drop-in SAF/eSAF?

Unlike traditional sustainable aviation fuels that must be blended with kerosene to safely lubricate and seal aircraft engine components, 100% drop-in fuel has a chemical composition that completely mimics jet fossil fuel, allowing it to power existing aircraft and fuel infrastructure at full strength without any modifications. ⛽

Jānis Kisiels, Board Member, NorSAF, commented, “We are delighted to have collaborated with KBR to bring PureSAF technology to Europe.

Recent global events have underscored that energy sovereignty is no longer just an economic goal, but a matter of national and regional security. By producing sustainable, 100% drop-in fuels at scale using local, European-sourced feedstocks, we are building a resilient, self-sufficient energy ecosystem that reduces our dependence on external fossil fuel markets and strengthens Europe’s industrial backbone.”

Read the full story at 👉 https://tinyurl.com/2j35sas4

31/05/2026

Today, we celebrate the wonderful teams who make our journeys safe and comfortable. ✈️

They are the ones whose smiles greet us as we board the aircraft, and who, while managing countless details, ensure that every passenger feels welcome and cared for, often sacrificing long hours across many time zones to make us enjoy every flight.

Thank you to all flight attendants around the world for the work you do every day. Wishing you safe skies, memorable journeys, and many exciting moments above the clouds. 🌍💙

29/05/2026

Hybrid engines are thought to be one of the most impressive future technological breakthroughs in the world of aviation. ✈️ They can reduce fuel consumption and air pollution while improving engine efficiency and longevity. So what keeps this technology from seeing the light of day?

Well, there are a couple of elements to reconsider: Batteries and electric components add weight. The extra weight directly impacts the purely electric-driven range and reduces the benefit for larger or long-route aircraft.

Maintenance and reliability: adding high-power electrical systems, cooling, and controls increases certification complexity, maintenance needs, and the number of potential failure points.

Thermal management: high-powered electrical units require cooling and restructuring of the aircraft fuselage to integrate everything properly. 🔋

Legislation: approving these technologies will take quite a long time because of strict aviation rules, safety standards, and other requirements similar to those for existing engines.

What about the current progress? Today, hybrid-electric engines are no longer only in the research and development stage. They have also reached the testing stage on real engine mounts, where they are placed under typical aircraft operating conditions to assess their capabilities and potential. This is a huge step into real industry integration, but still a long way to go before we see first hybrid aircraft in the sky. 🚀

27/05/2026

When professionalism and expertise come together, even the most time-sensitive deliveries can become success stories. ✈️

In this case, a giant engine stand had to be transported within an exceptionally tight timeframe. Avia Solutions Group subsidiaries Chapman Freeborn Airchartering and EngineStands.com quickly joined forces, combining their expertise to ensure that no time was wasted. ⏱️

How did they make it happen, and what skills are required to manage such complex shipments? Read more here: 👉 https://tinyurl.com/yk365b7r

26/05/2026

In the fourth instalment of our “Inside ACMI” series, Avia Solutions Group Founder & Chairman, Gediminas Ziemelis, explains how aircraft leasing companies have evolved. ✈️

Tier 1 airlines now demand the latest technology with leading ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) operators now ordering aircraft directly from manufacturers.

Ziemelis also discusses how counter-cyclical demand for aircraft and MRO services have been proven in the aftermath of the pandemic, with the appetite for capacity increasing prior to the conflict in Iran.

Watch the full video here 👉 https://youtu.be/jjDi8-e3-J4

Gediminas Ziemelis, Chairman of Avia Solutions Group, explains how ...