KP Aviation (or the “Company”), a leading global supplier of essential aftermarket materials and services, today announced it received an investment from Bain Capital Special Situations to accelerate its global expansion and further its industry-leading position as the supplier of choice to the fixed-wing aviation marketplace. Financial terms of the private transaction were not disclosed and proceeds will be used to purchase the interests of Balmoral Funds LLC, the Company’s current investment partner since 2015.
KP Aviation was founded in 2001 to provide high-quality materials and services to the fixed-wing aviation marketplace and has grown to become the preferred supplier of high-quality aftermarket components and assets across a broad range of aircraft and engine platforms. Today, the Company serves more than 4,000 airlines, aircraft maintenance companies, investment and leasing firms, and aviation aftermarket suppliers around the world. KP Aviation has a global footprint with locations in Europe, South Africa, and China to meet the growing needs of aviation customers. The Company’s existing management team led by founder and CEO Kim Schulze will continue to lead the business.
“This investment marks an exciting miles