Chapman Freeborn and Swiss WorldCargo announce new on board courier partnership

As of July 1, global on board courier specialist Chapman Freeborn OBC GmbH is supporting Swiss WorldCargo with all hand-carry requirements through its worldwide office network.

Already an acknowledged global leader for care-intensive cargo services, the agreement will allow Swiss WorldCargo to expand its specialised product portfolio and offer solutions for hand-carry courier shipments worldwide.

Whether the consignment is a single document or 30 boxes of time-critical manufacturing parts, Chapman Freeborn’s OBC service provides transportation solutions tailored to clients’ specific requirements - with dedicated couriers accompanying shipments from pick up to delivery straight to the recipient.

The service will provide Swiss WorldCargo’s clients with a premium solution for urgent shipments and the ability to monitor the progress of their cargo at any time by using an online tracking system.

Chapman Freeborn OBC will benefit by working closely with one of the market’s leading airlines which has a network of some 120 destinations in over 80 countries - served by a fleet of 85 aircraft including Airbus A319, A320, A321, A330-300 and A340 types.

Carsten Volk, Managing Director of Chapman Freeborn OBC, said:

“We’re delighted to sign this OBC agreement with Swiss WorldCargo and we welcome the opportunity to present our services to their worldwide network. Leading suppliers involved in industries like automotive, energy and pharmaceutical rely on us on a daily basis, so working with an airline with such a strong reputation for customer service and operational excellence is an ideal fit.”

“It is our strategic goal to strengthen and deepen customer relationships in our chosen markets and to offer a more complete solution set, and we’re convinced that in Chapman Freeborn we have found the perfect partner for charter and on board courier services,” comments Oliver Evans, Chief Cargo Officer of Swiss International Air Lines.

“Our two companies can forge a true partnership as we have distinct areas of expertise and experience while sharing a common dedication to and passion for quality, customer service and just getting the job done according to our promises.”

About Swiss WorldCargo

SWISS WorldCargo is the air freight division of Swiss International Air Lines Ltd. With a global network of about 120 destinations in over 80 countries and a wide range of services offered, SWISS WorldCargo generates true added value for its customers and makes a substantial contribution to the financial results of Swiss International Air Lines Ltd.

Chapman Freeborn Airchartering and Swiss WorldCargo today announced that they are expanding their existing cargo partnership to offer clients access to worldwide on board courier services.

For more information visit: www.swissworldcargo.com

About Chapman Freeborn OBC

Chapman Freeborn OBC GmbH is a subsidiary of Chapman Freeborn Airchartering, an award-winning global aircraft charter specialist with a network of over 30 offices worldwide.

Headquartered in Cologne, Chapman Freeborn OBC specialises in delivering time-critical hand-carry shipments worldwide.

In 2012 the company further expanded its global reach by successfully acquiring the on board courier business of Euro Express Ltd - a specialist logistics company based in Hong Kong with a decade of experience providing hand-carry services in Asia and worldwide.

For more information visit: www.onboardcourier.com