Chapman Freeborn welcomes Vilma Vaitiekunaite as their new Vice President of Passenger Operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
In a strategic move to strengthen its presence in the Middle East, global aviation services provider Chapman Freeborn has appointed Vilma Vaitiekunaite as Vice President Passenger for its operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This appointment underscores Chapman Freeborn's commitment to growth in the region through exceptional leadership and a people-first, service-driven approach [1][3][4][5].
Vilma Vaitiekunaite, with over 20 years of experience in commercial aviation, sales, marketing, and corporate communications, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role. Her career highlights include senior leadership within the global aviation charter and services sector, and a reputation for navigating complex challenges and delivering exceptional client experiences [1][3][5].
Prior to joining Chapman Freeborn, Vilma was the Chief Executive Officer of Skyllence, a boutique international air charter brokerage within Avia Solutions Group. At Skyllence, Vilma established a culture rooted in accountability, precision, and empathy, earning trust from global clientele [2][3].
Avia Solutions Group, the parent company to over 250 subsidiaries and the world's largest ACMI provider, operates a fleet of 209 aircraft on 6 continents, supported by 14,000 highly skilled aviation professionals [1]. Chapman Freeborn, established in the UK in 1973, offers a wide range of specialist passenger services including private jet charters, crew rotations, international group travel, and onboard courier services [6].
Linas Dovydenas, President - IMEA at Chapman Freeborn, stated that Vilma's expertise in passenger aviation and client service makes her an ideal addition to their team. Vilma herself expressed her excitement about joining Chapman Freeborn and contributing to the momentum in the dynamic aviation market of Saudi Arabia [3][4].
In the cargo market, Chapman Freeborn specializes in the charter and lease of aircraft for a wide-ranging customer base [6]. With Vilma's appointment, the company is poised to further expand its passenger services in the Middle East, leveraging her industry knowledge and leadership skills.
Vilma is a respected expert in aviation and strategic communications, having served as Chief Communications Officer at Avia Solutions Group before leading Skyllence. Her appointment as Vice President Passenger for Chapman Freeborn in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a testament to her recognized expertise and leadership responsibility in the aviation industry [1][3][5].
[1] - Avia Solutions Group [2] - Skyllence [3] - Chapman Freeborn [4] - Business Wire [5] - Breaking Travel News [6] - Air Cargo World
