GULFSTREAM picks CEVA for European PDC logistics contract 05 November 2014

Heathrow facility replaces previous operation at Madrid Airport

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation has appointed CEVA to operate a new European Parts Distribution Centre at London Heathrow Airport. The new facility will support Gulfstream customers in the UK, Ireland, mainland Europe and the Nordics with urgent high-usage items. It will also provide rapid-response support for technicians from Gulfstream’s service centre at London Luton Airport and Gulfstream Field and Airborne Support Team (FAST) members based throughout Europe.

The facility replaces a previous operation at Madrid Airport. Its new location at London Heathrow provides access to the largest number of direct, non-stop flights available from any airport in Europe; this means Gulfstream will be able to quickly deliver parts and materials to customers. 

Since 2008, Gulfstream’s European fleet has almost doubled, from 109 aircraft to more than 200.

The new facility, operated by CEVA within its main London Heathrow complex, comprises approximately 743 m2 of dedicated space, and is operational 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. It is Customs-bonded, providing Gulfstream with the opportunity to eliminate duties on inventory being held for re-export. In addition to operating the facility, CEVA will take care of all imports, exports, ground transportation and Customs procedures.

The new European Parts Distribution Centre is expected to hold over US$50.0 million in parts inventory by the end of 2015.