AAR CORP, has announced an extension and expansion of its V2500 engine component distribution agreement with Sumitomo Precision Products.
Under this agreement, AAR has extended its exclusive distribution rights for the V2500 pneumatic starter and starter control valve on behalf of SPP for the duration of the programme. Additionally, the contract expands AAR's exclusive distributorship to encompass all V2500 starter/valve subcomponents.
Paige Immordino, AAR's Vice President of Distribution – Commercial, commented, “AAR is pleased to enhance and prolong our collaboration with Sumitomo Precision Products concerning this vital engine component. We continually seek ways to streamline the supply chain for our customers. By broadening this agreement to include global piece part support, we aim to serve as their designated source for V2500 pneumatic starter and starter control valve requirements.”
Kenro Itakura, Executive Vice President and GM of Aerospace Division, added, “This partnership allows us to better cater to V2500 operators and repair facilities by offering reduced lead times, round-the-clock AOG support, and stocking locations worldwide. AAR has been a trusted ally to Sumitomo Precision Products since 2017, and we are delighted to extend our distribution relationship through this agreement.”
