CHICAGO (June 19, 2017) – JBT Corporation (NYSE: JBT) has announced that it has signed an agreement for the acquisition of Aircraft Maintenance Support Services (AMSS). JBT Corporation is a world leader in fixed and mobile aviation support equipment, as well as maintenance services, with a global sales and service network. AMSS, based in Wales, is a leader in military and commercial aviation ground support equipment. AMSS manufactures military cargo loaders, ambu-lift devices, cargo pallet movers, portable docks and manufacturing stands, service trolleys, and mobile stairs to customers in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. With the addition of AMSS, JBT has added complementary products and services that strengthen and broaden its wide range of solutions and support capabilities to its commercial and military customers across the globe.
“Our goal is to provide our customers with the best products and service in the industry. AMSS brings a long history of product innovation, outstanding customer service and a deep commitment to its customers, making it an excellent fit with JBT,” explains Dave Burdakin, president, JBT AeroTech. “The AMSS acquisition allows us to bring new solutions to our customers in both military and commercial markets, while our global sales and service network will provide additional growth opportunities.”
“We are very excited to join the JBT family,” commented Scott Barber, AMSS Managing Director. “The two companies bring a fit of products and market strengths that will benefit our customers and extend our market reach. Customers will benefit from a broader product offering and enhanced global support
