SK Capital completes acquisition of North America Composites & Fuel Containment Division of Parker Hannifin
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SK Capital completes acquisition of North America Composites & Fuel Containment Division of Parker Hannifin

Industry veteran Kevin Vicha appointed CEO of Axillon Aerospace, a leading provider of specialty materials for the defense and commercial aerospace markets

  • By ICN Bureau | November 07, 2024

SK Capital, a private investment firm focused on the specialty materials, ingredients and life sciences sectors, completed its previously announced acquisition of the North America Composites & Fuel Containment Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation.

The business, which has been renamed Axillon Aerospace, is a leading provider of engineered carbon fiber composite components and fuel containment solutions for the defense and commercial aerospace markets. Axillon Aerospace generates annual sales of approximately $350 million, operates six manufacturing locations across the USA and Mexico, and employs approximately 1,700 people.

Jared Kramer, a Principal at SK Capital, said, “Axillon Aerospace has a rich heritage of providing differentiated material science solutions for leading customers across the aerospace and defense sector. SK Capital is investing in Axillon Aerospace to build upon its legacy of innovation, quality, and commitment to customer excellence to become the leading provider of engineered carbon fiber composite components and fuel containment solutions for the defense and commercial aerospace markets.”

The company also announces that tenured aerospace and defense industry executive Kevin Vicha has been appointed CEO of Axillon Aerospace. Most recently, Kevin served as CEO of Bromford Industries and previously served in leadership positions at Pratt & Whitney, Engine Alliance, and GKN Aerospace.

“Axillon Aerospace is remarkably well positioned for growth. The design and manufacturing capability is proven across the world’s leading aerospace and defense platforms, with our advanced technology supporting next generation aerospace programs,” stated Kevin Vicha, CEO of Axillon Aerospace. “The team at Axillon Aerospace has established a strong foundation and I’m excited to join as we partner with our customers for growth.”

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