Kapco Global and Avio-Diepen Finalize Agreement to join Forces
Company | Avio Diepen |
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Date | 25.05.2016 |
Kapco Global and Avio-Diepen are pleased to announce that as of today, an agreement to join forces to form the world’s leading independent aerospace distributor has been signed.
The move combines the expertise of two of the industry’s leading independent parts distribution businesses which collectively have 110 years of experience supporting the MRO, OEM and airline market. The partnership will significantly strengthen each company’s position as a world-leading distributor of expendable parts and provider of customized inventory management solutions to the global aerospace industry. With 600 employees, the new combined organization will operate from 12 facilities in 8 countries, ensuring a greatly enhanced global footprint, particularly in the major markets of North & South America, Europe and Asia.
Andrew Todhunter, CEO & President, Kapco Global, “I am very excited about the opportunity to bring two great organizations together. With our combined experience, scale, and resources, we will be better able to deliver the solutions our customers and suppliers want and need. This move simply makes sense as we both have the same vision, goals, and high standards. Together we are better resourced to support our market and deliver superior solutions and support. We can’t wait to start working together.”
Vincent van Campen, CEO & President, Avio-Diepen, “The combination of Avio-Diepen and Kapco Global creates a world-leading aerospace business with an impressive global footprint. Both companies have very similar work ethics, we know the market and hold our customers and suppliers in the highest of regards. We will offer an even stronger portfolio of products and inventory management solutions with greater global reach and local expertise.”