May 12, 2026
Dallas, Texas — Fortbrand is proud to announce the opening of its new 10,000 sq. ft. Maintenance & Customer Support Facility at DFW Airport, expanding the company’s Ground Support Equipment presence and strengthening support for aviation partners across Dallas and the surrounding region.
The new DFW facility reflects Fortbrand’s ongoing commitment to providing responsive, relationship-driven support for airport operations, airlines, ground handlers, and aviation service providers. With a dedicated facility serving the Dallas market, Fortbrand is positioned to deliver greater regional access to the equipment, service, and support customers rely on to keep operations moving.
“As our aviation partners continue to grow and evolve, it is important that Fortbrand grows alongside them,” said Jared Verano, Chief Executive Officer. “Opening this DFW facility allows us to be closer to the customers we serve and provide the local support, expertise, and responsiveness they need.”
From its new DFW Maintenance & Customer Support Facility, Fortbrand will support customers with a range of GSE services and solutions, including equipment maintenance, repair support, full-service lease offerings, and responsive service for airport operations across Texas and beyond. Fortbrand’s maintenance network is built to support on-airport activity alongside customers, helping provide the local presence, reliability, and responsiveness airport operations require.
The Dallas expansion strengthens Fortbrand’s ability to serve key aviation markets throughout the region, including Dallas-Fort Worth, Dallas Love Field, Houston, Austin, and other airport communities across Texas.
Fortbrand’s growing Texas presence is part of the company’s broader commitment to supporting the aviation industry with dependable equipment solutions, experienced service teams, and long- term customer partnerships.
“We are excited about what this means for our partners in Texas,” said Mike Trochalakis, Chief Operating Officer, GSE Division. “This facility reinforces Fortbrand’s commitment to being where our customers need us — with practical solutions, trusted support, and a team ready to help move airport operations forward.”
About Fortbrand
Fortbrand is a leading provider of Ground Support Equipment and Airport Maintenance Equipment solutions for the aviation industry, supporting airports, airlines, ground handlers, and aviation partners with reliable equipment, leasing, maintenance, repair, and service support. With a focus on responsiveness, operational reliability, and long-term partnerships, Fortbrand delivers practical GSE/AME solutions that help keep airport operations moving.
