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Gennx360 Capital Partners Announces Aerorepair'S Acquisition Of Aircrafters, Inc.

Oct 04, 2022about 3 years ago

Acquiring Company

GenNx/AeroRepair IntermediateCo

Acquired Company

Aircrafters

Investment Management

Description

GenNx360 Capital Partners ("GenNx360") is pleased to announce Aero 3, Inc., the parent company of AeroRepair, has acquired Aircrafters, Inc. ("Aircrafters" or "the Company"). Headquartered in New Castle, Delaware, Aircrafters is a leading provider of wheel and brake parts for the aviation industry through its aftermarket distribution of Collins wheel and brake parts, its extensive parts inventory, and the provision of exchange asset pools for multiple global operators. Founded in 1984, the Company has built a strong international reputation for its broad range of in-stock wheel and brake components and assemblies, Collins' distribution and 24/7 AOG services. Going forward, the current management team will remain in place. The Company will join the Aero 3, Inc. family of companies consisting of AeroRepair Corp, Hemico, Inc. and AeroRepair Canada, Inc. The Aero 3 Inc. companies provide vertically integrated full-service aviation wheel, brake, battery and landing gear repair and overhaul services for the commercial, corporate and general aviation industry. Aircrafters' Delaware facility, together with Aero 3, Inc.'s nine (9) North American locations, strengthen the company's owned and operated logistics network and will further leverage the company's machine shop and PMA/DER engineering capabilities.

Company Information

Company

GenNx/AeroRepair IntermediateCo

Location

Madison Avenue

About

GenNx360 Capital Partners is a private equity firm based in the U.S. that specializes in investing in middle-market industrial and business services companies across North America. The firm focuses on acquiring companies with strong business models in growing industries, aiming to develop market leaders with sustainable competitive advantages. The team at GenNx360 consists of experienced investment professionals and operations specialists, including senior executives with extensive backgrounds in managing large enterprises. Their investment strategy emphasizes proactive sourcing in the industrial and business services sectors, partnering with management teams to implement their proprietary "GenNx360 Tool Kit." This toolkit includes best practices and operational processes designed to enhance portfolio companies and drive growth. GenNx360 targets companies in fragmented markets benefiting from trends like reshoring and automation in manufacturing. Their portfolio features companies such as Whitsons Culinary Group, which provides dining services to various sectors. The firm has received recognition for its governance and executive relations, being named one of the Top 50 Private Equity Firms for Executives for three consecutive years.

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