B&H Worldwide has announced the acquisition of Founders Logistics, a US-based specialist in aircraft engine transportation.

The acquisition strengthens B&H Worldwide’s global aircraft engine logistics capabilities, combining Founders Logistics’ specialist expertise with B&H Worldwide’s extensive international network, 24/7 operational support, Aircraft on Ground (AOG) response capabilities and engine storage services.

As aircraft engines remain among the aviation industry’s most valuable and operationally critical assets, airlines, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) providers, lessors and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) require logistics partners capable of delivering secure, reliable and time-critical transportation with complete shipment visibility. Together, the two companies will offer customers integrated engine logistics solutions, from collection and handling through to international transportation, storage and final delivery.

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Stuart Allen, Chairman of B&H Worldwide, said: “Aircraft engines are among the most valuable and operationally critical assets in aviation. Transporting them safely and on time requires specialist expertise, meticulous planning and a highly responsive logistics operation. Founders Logistics has built an outstanding reputation in this specialised field.

“Bringing Founders Logistics into the B&H Worldwide family combines its specialist engine transportation expertise with our global network, 24/7 operations and more than three decades of aerospace logistics experience. Together, we are strengthening our ability to deliver comprehensive aircraft engine logistics solutions worldwide.

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“I am delighted to welcome Cristhian and the entire Founders team. Our organisations share a commitment to operational excellence, attention to detail and exceptional customer service.”

Cristhian Contador, President of Founders Logistics, said: “We built Founders Logistics on one simple principle: treat every engine as if it were our own. Our customers entrust us with assets that are critical to their operations, and we take that responsibility extremely seriously.

“Joining B&H Worldwide represents an exciting next chapter for our business. With B&H’s established global network and 24/7 operational capabilities, we can extend our reach and offer customers broader international logistics solutions while retaining the specialist expertise and personalised service they have come to expect from Founders Logistics.

“We look forward to working together with B&H Worldwide to further develop our aircraft engine transportation and management capabilities around the world.”

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