AAR Corp. has completed its acquisition of Aircraft Reconfig Technologies from ZIM Aircraft Cabin Solutions in a $35 million all-cash transaction, announced on April 24, 2026.
The deal, first revealed on December 17, 2025, was executed through AAR’s wholly owned subsidiary, AAR Aircraft Services. Aircraft Reconfig Technologies specializes in engineering services for passenger aircraft reconfiguration, serving global airlines. The acquisition brings FAA Organization Designation Authorization to AAR’s engineering operations, allowing the company to issue supplemental type certificates and Parts Manufacturer Approvals independently.
Tom Hoferer, AAR’s senior vice president of Repair & Engineering, stated that the addition enhances AAR’s cabin interior design, manufacturing, and certification services. For ZIM, based in Immenstaad, Germany, the sale enables a sharper focus on developing and producing passenger seats across Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Class categories. The transaction, subject to customary post-closing adjustments, aligns with ZIM’s efforts to streamline its structure under the Aurelius investment group.