March 20, 2014
AAR to Establish Aviation Supply Chain Hub in Europe
Global aviation company acquiring inventory and airline contracts from Sabena technics
WOOD DALE, Illinois – AAR (NYSE: AIR) announces it is acquiring inventory and customer contracts from Sabena technics Brussels and expects the transaction to close in the first week of April. The agreement includes ongoing power-by-the-hour support for 13 customers, which AAR’s Aviation Supply Chain division will handle from its new facility at the Brussels Airport. In addition to supporting the customers that will transition from Sabena technics, this 24/7 facility will support AOG and other parts requirements for existing AAR customers in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
“As AAR expands its global Aviation Supply Chain business, we recognize the importance of augmenting our support for the critical Europe, Middle East and Africa region,” said David P. Storch, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of AAR CORP. “This deal positions AAR for growth in an expanding market.”
In recent years, the U.S.-based commercial aviation and defense contractor has increased its global supply chain infrastructure that now includes operations in Chicago, Singapore, Indianapolis, Toronto, Amsterdam and Brussels.
“The launch of our new supply chain hub establishes a rotable pool operation covering key platforms such as A330, A320, and 737NG aircraft for current and future customers,” said John Holmes, Group Vice President of Supply Chain for AAR.
About Sabena technics
Founded in 1968, Sabena technics is a leading independent Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) provider. The group employs more than 3,000 persons in 18 sites worldwide, including Bordeaux, Brussels, Dinard, Marseille, Miami, Monastir, Nîmes and Papeete. Its services are organized into six product lines: Airframe services, VIP completion, component services, integrated services, military services and training services.
More information can be found at www.sabenatechnics.com.
Media contact: Shehrazade Benkerbich at 33 1 56 54 4237, or email shehrazade.benkerbich@sabenatechnics.com
About AAR
AAR is a global aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people in over 20 countries. Based in Wood Dale, Illinois, AAR supports commercial aviation and government customers through two operating segments: Aviation Services and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s Aviation Services include inventory management; parts supply; OEM parts distribution; aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul; engineering services and component repair. AAR’s Expeditionary Services include airlift operations; mobility systems; and command and control centers in support of military and humanitarian missions. More information can be found at www.aarcorp.com.
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