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A UK airport trial has generated new operational evidence that could help the global aviation industry understand how hydrogen-powered ground equipment can be introduced safely and practically, and what is needed to support wider adoption. The study, led by Exeter Airport, Cranfield University and ULEMCo, tested a dual-fuel hydrogen–diesel ground power unit over multiple days…

GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire Consolidated Precision Products (CPP), a leading manufacturer of highly engineered castings, from private investment firms Warburg Pincus and Berkshire Partners.  GE Aerospace Chairman and CEO H. Lawrence Culp, Jr., said, “Investing in mission-critical casting capacity is needed to support the strong simultaneous…

SYSTRAPLAN is continuing to develop its storage and retrieval machines and is relying on automation technology from SEW-EURODRIVE. By the MOVI-C automation platform and the MOVIKIT StackerCrane software module, travel and hoist movements can be coordinated even more. This creates the basis for more energy-efficient and mechanically gentle operation of warehouse systems. At the heart…

Independent lubricant manufacturer FUCHS Lubricants Co., will bring its metalworking expertise to IMTS 2026, taking place September 14-19 at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. At booth 431832, the FUCHS team will highlight high-performance metalworking and cutting fluids designed to help aerospace, defense, automotive, off-road equipment, energy, medical, consumer-product and contract-manufacturing operations improve productivity, control operating…

Veryon, a leading provider of software solutions for the aviation industry, has acquired Polaris Aero, an aviation software company headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. Since 2007, Polaris Aero has delivered innovative safety management solutions to aircraft operators and MROs worldwide. “We are thrilled to bring Polaris Aero’s proven safety solutions into the Veryon software suite,” said…

Modesto Jet Center announced its acquisition of a 26,510-square-foot aircraft hangar at Modesto City–County Airport (KMOD), offering corporate flight departments, aircraft owners, management companies and aviation operators a well-equipped Northern California home base. The insulated hangar features executive office space, two full bathrooms with showers, additional upstairs office and storage space, private gated vehicle access…

AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings has officially opened its new color blending and distribution facility in Chonburi, Thailand, marking a significant step in strengthening support for commercial aviation operators, MROs, OEMs and industry partners across the Asia-Pacific region. The official opening ceremony took place on 25 August 2026, with guests presented with the opportunity to tour the…

Norm Fasteners, one of the world’s leading manufacturers in the fastener industry, has acquired an automotive fastener manufacturing operation in Plymouth, Michigan, adding local production to its established North American sales, engineering, logistics and warehousing capabilities. The acquisition includes a 121,000-square-foot manufacturing facility on a 9.4-acre site and its manufacturing assets. The operation produces high-strength…

Textron Aviation announced it has received Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Part 145 approval for its Australian maintenance organization, reinforcing the company’s commitment to providing factory-direct service and support throughout the Asia-Pacific region. The approval applies across Textron Aviation’s Service Center network in Melbourne, Perth and the Gold Coast, establishing one of the most comprehensive…

Sonic Tools USA, a leading provider of professional-grade tool solutions and equipment, today announced the relaunch of its flagship NEXT S15 toolbox, the company’s largest storage solution to date, boasting 13 drawers and a load capacity of more than one ton. The S15 is designed to give technicians, shops, and fleets a single storage system that scales…

Spring City Aviation, Wisconsin’s premier private aviation company, announced the acquisition of REVV Aviation’s fixed baseoperator (FBO) at Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport (KJVL) in Janesville, effective June 8, 2026. The acquisition expands Spring City Aviation’s network to five Wisconsin locations—four full- service FBOs and one charter location—marking an exciting milestone as the company celebrates its…

ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dassault Aviation, has completed a C-check on a Falcon 8X, marking the first heavy maintenance check on this aircraft type amid the growing regional demand. The Falcon 8X which is operationally based in Asia underwent this scheduled maintenance at ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia’s heavy maintenance facility at…