Vertex Aerospace opens UAE office

MADISON, Miss. - Vertex Aerospace has expanded its global presence by establishing its first regional office in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The Madison, Miss.-based company received its license to practice business in the UAE on March 5 under its Vertex Global Aerospace business line. VGA was formed Jan. 1 to globally offer Vertex's complete solution for aftermarket aerospace services to government and commercial clients. VGA leadership held a soft opening of its office in Abu Dhabi on Feb. 16, and attended the city's International Defence Exhibition and Conference that same week. "Abu Dhabi is modern, business friendly, and perfectly positioned within the region for easy access to over 75 countries" and future international opportunities, said Steve Suttles, senior director of VGA's Middle East/Africa business operations. The New York-based private equity firm American Industrial Partners purchased Vertex Aerospace in June 2018 to operate as a standalone company. (Source: Vertex Aerospace 04/04/19) Vertex Aerospace is a global defense company that provides all aftermarket aerospace services for government and private sector customers. The Mississippi-based company has more than 4,200 employees at its 65 U.S. and 35 international locations.