The acquisition immediately expands AAR's engineering and certification capabilities
WOOD DALE, Ill., April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), a leading provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs, and OEMs, today announced the completion of its acquisition of Aircraft Reconfig Technologies (ART) from ZIM Aircraft Cabin Solutions. ART is an engineering company specializing in passenger aircraft reconfiguration for global airlines.
On December 17, 2025, AAR announced it had entered into a definitive agreement to acquire ART for $35 million in an all-cash transaction, subject to customary adjustments.
About AAR
AAR is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company with operations in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago area, AAR supports commercial and government customers through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Repair & Engineering, Integrated Solutions, and Expeditionary Services. Additional information can be found at aarcorp.com.
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