SK AeroSafety Group strengthens its position as a comprehensive aviation MRO provider through the strategic acquisition of Reheat Aero, a leading specialist in aircraft galley equipment MRO and cabin interior component repair. This acquisition marks our entry into ATA Chapter 25 (Equipment/Furnishings) and Chapter 38 (Water/Waste) services, complementing our established aircraft galley equipment maintenance capabilities and expanding our galley equipment repair services across the EMEA region.
Strategic Expansion into Galley Equipment Repair Services
The addition of Reheat Aero brings specialised aircraft galley equipment MRO expertise to the SK AeroSafety Group family. Based in Alton, Hampshire, UK, Reheat Aero operates from a modern 16,000 square foot facility strategically positioned near major UK airports, providing comprehensive galley equipment repair services to airlines, MROs, and OEMs across the UK, Europe, and Middle East. This aircraft galley equipment maintenance capability strengthens our EMEA presence alongside our existing Avia Technique facility in Wokingham.
This strategic move aligns perfectly with our vision to become the market-leading group specialising in aircraft component repair for commercial aviation. Reheat Aero’s aircraft galley equipment MRO services complement our established safety equipment portfolio, creating a comprehensive solution for airline operators.
Comprehensive Aircraft Galley Equipment MRO Capabilities
Reheat Aero’s aircraft galley equipment repair services encompass component repairs for galley insert equipment from all major interior OEMs including Adams Rite Aerospace, Collins Aerospace, Safran, Goodrich Aerospace, Iacobucci, IPECO, JAMCO, and MAPCO. These galley equipment maintenance capabilities cover over 2,500 part numbers across multiple aircraft platforms.
Galley Equipment Repair Services Portfolio
Our expanded aircraft galley equipment MRO services now include:
- Component repairs for galley insert equipment from major interior OEMs
- Extensive parts sales inventory of new condition OEM spare parts for galley equipment maintenance
- Rotables sales, exchanges, and loan programmes for aircraft galley equipment
- New product sales and distribution partnerships for galley equipment repair
- Consignment services for surplus inventory management
Aircraft Galley Equipment Maintenance Certifications
Reheat Aero brings impressive regulatory credentials to our aircraft galley equipment MRO capabilities, holding CAA Part 145 (EASA.145.3268), FAA, and TCCA approvals. The facility is recognised as an authorised repair and warranty station for several leading OEMs, demonstrating the technical excellence in galley equipment repair services that aligns with our group values.
Recent capability expansions include C4 rating alongside existing C6 rating, enabling aircraft galley equipment maintenance on advanced cockpit door security systems for new generation aircraft including the Airbus A350. These galley equipment MRO certifications ensure compliance with the strictest international aviation standards.
Advanced Galley Equipment Repair Capabilities
Our expanded aircraft galley equipment MRO network now covers ATA Chapter 25 (Equipment/Furnishings) and Chapter 38 (Water/Waste) components, providing comprehensive galley equipment maintenance solutions for narrow-body and wide-body aircraft platforms. This galley equipment repair expertise serves Boeing, Airbus, Embraer, and Bombardier operators globally.
Enhanced Aviation MRO Service Portfolio
This acquisition exemplifies our strategic growth initiative of cross-fertilising capabilities across brands and geographies. Whilst SK AeroSafety Group has built its reputation on safety equipment maintenance including life rafts, oxygen systems, fire extinguishers, and emergency equipment, Reheat Aero’s aircraft galley equipment MRO expertise represents a natural adjacency serving the same customer base with complementary galley equipment repair services.
The integration enables us to offer customers a comprehensive ‘one-stop shop’ solution for both safety equipment and aircraft galley equipment maintenance, reducing vendor complexity whilst maintaining specialised focus and technical excellence in galley equipment MRO that both organisations are known for.
Customer Benefits: Galley Equipment Maintenance Excellence
For airline, MRO, and OEM customers, this aircraft galley equipment MRO acquisition delivers immediate benefits:
- Expanded service offerings: Access to over 2,500 part numbers across safety equipment and galley equipment repair services
- Vendor consolidation: Single-source solution for multiple aircraft component categories including galley equipment maintenance
- Geographic coverage: Enhanced aircraft galley equipment MRO capability across EMEA region
- Technical excellence: Combined expertise from over 60 years of specialised aviation maintenance and galley equipment repair
- Flexible support models: From ad hoc galley equipment MRO to comprehensive rate-per-flying-hour agreements
Integrated Aircraft Component Repair Solutions
With facilities spanning Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific, our aircraft galley equipment MRO network now provides comprehensive coverage for both safety equipment and galley equipment maintenance. This expanded galley equipment repair capability strengthens our position as a leading independent aviation MRO provider.
[Image: Quality control inspection of aircraft galley equipment during MRO process ensuring maintenance standards]
The Future of Aircraft Galley Equipment MRO
The integration of Reheat Aero into the SK AeroSafety Group family will preserve the technical excellence and customer relationships that have made Reheat successful since 1998. The Reheat brand will continue serving customers with aircraft galley equipment repair services whilst benefiting from the resources, processes, and global network of SK AeroSafety Group.
This acquisition reinforces our commitment to organic and strategic growth in aircraft galley equipment MRO, building on existing strengths whilst expanding our galley equipment maintenance portfolio to meet evolving customer needs. Our capabilities now cover an increasingly comprehensive range of aircraft components, from safety equipment to galley equipment repair, positioning SK AeroSafety Group as your trusted aviation MRO partner.
The successful integration demonstrates our ongoing commitment to excellence and innovation in aircraft galley equipment maintenance. It represents another step forward in our mission to provide the best possible support for aviation industry customers, guided by our core values of integrity, efficiency, respect, reliability, and positivity.
Contact Our Galley Equipment MRO Team
For more information about our expanded aircraft galley equipment MRO capabilities, galley equipment repair services, or to discuss how this acquisition can benefit your operation, visit www.skaerosafetygroup.com or contact your nearest facility.
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