AAR CORP has extended and expanded its IAE AG V2500 engine components distribution contract with Sumitomo Precision Products Co., Ltd. supporting the V2500 engine components, like the pneumatic starter and starter control valve.
AAR CORP., a prominent provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs, and OEMs, has recently finalized an extension and expansion of its partnership with Sumitomo Precision Products Co., Ltd. (SPP) regarding the distribution of the IAE International Aero Engines AG V2500 engine components. This agreement signifies AAR’s commitment to providing continued support for V2500 engine components, particularly the pneumatic starter and starter control valve, under an exclusive distribution arrangement with SPP throughout the program’s lifespan. Additionally, the contract now encompasses AAR’s exclusive distribution of all V2500 starter/valve subcomponents.
AAR, headquartered in the Chicago area, operates globally in over 20 countries and serves its diverse commercial and government customers through four key operating segments: Parts Supply, Repair & Engineering, Integrated Solutions, and Expeditionary Services.Paige Immordino, Vice President of Distribution – Commercial,
AAR said, “AAR is proud to expand and extend our support of Sumitomo Precision Products on this critical engine component.” Immordino added, “We continuously explore opportunities to simplify the supply chain for our customers. By expanding this agreement to include global piece part support, we can serve as a designated source for their V2500 pneumatic starter and starter control valve needs.”
Sumitomo Precision Products Co., Ltd., based in Hyogo, Japan, is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation and specializes in various aerospace equipment, including heat exchangers, hydraulic controls, MEMS sensors, micro-electronics technology, and environmental systems. With over half a century of experience in aerospace equipment design and manufacturing, the company has established itself as a reliable supplier of traditional propellers, landing gears, pneumatic equipment, and heat exchangers globally.
“This relationship enables us to better serve V2500 operators and repair facilities through compressed lead times, 24/7 AOG support, and global stocking locations,” said Kenro Itakura, Executive Vice President and GM of Aerospace Division, Sumitomo Precision Products Co. “AAR has been a valued partner to Sumitomo Precision Products since 2017, and we are pleased to extend our distribution relationship through this agreement,” he further added.
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The extension and expansion of this distribution agreement between AAR and Sumitomo Precision Products represent a collaborative effort to enhance support for V2500 engine components, ensuring efficient supply chain management and exceptional service for operators and repair facilities worldwide.
