Menzies Aviation has acquired Panama-based Aircraft Services and Consulting, which will be re-branded as Menzies Aviation (Panama).
"This strategic acquisition enables Menzies Aviation to enter the vibrant aviation market in Panama and extend its range of services to customers at Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Scarlett Martinez International Airport (RIH), with additional operating licenses secured for David Airport (DAV) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)", the company announced
The acquisition is part of Menzies' wider Latin America expansion plans, with Panama seen as "a pivotal commercial gateway within the Americas region, strategically connecting the Pacific and Atlantic oceans" and Tocumen International Airport, listed as the the largest airport in Central America.
“We are excited to add our 7th country in Latin America and our 46th and 47th airports respectively in this important and growing market," said John Redmond, executive vice president Americas.
"Rhis acquisition bolsters Menzies Aviation’s position as the leading player in the global aviation services industry and further demonstrates our commitment to being a trusted service partner across this region," Redmond added/