Winter operations are rarely won or lost during a storm. They are built months earlier through preparation, disciplined maintenance, and clear operational thinking. Fortbrand recently had the opportunity to spend time onsite at Norfolk International Airport, working alongside the Operations, Maintenance, and Fleet teams to review winter readiness, discuss future growth considerations, and collaborate on… Read More »
November 6th, 2025 – Plainview, NY Fortbrand Services, through its Airfield Maintenance Equipment (AME) Division, has been named the exclusive airport supplier for Epoke North America, the global leader in precision spreading technology for winter operations. This partnership strengthens Fortbrand’s position as a trusted provider of high-performance airfield maintenance solutions, offering U.S. airports direct access to… Read More »
Fortbrand Services is proud to announce its partnership with JFK Millennium Partners (JMP) to manage and operate the common-use, all-electric ground support fleet at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s new Terminal 6. This first-of-its-kind program will make JFK the first airport in North America to deploy pooled electric ground support equipment (e-GSE). The initiative will… Read More »
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Fortbrand Acquires Xcēd to Expand National Reach and Enhance Service Capabilities Plainview, NY, July 17, 2025 – Fortbrand Services LLC (“Fortbrand”) and Sasser, Inc. (“Sasser”) announced today that Fortbrand has acquired Xcēd Aviation Services LLC (“Xcēd”) from Sasser (the “Transaction”). Fortbrand is owned by funds advised by Basalt Infrastructure Partners LLP (“Basalt”). Fortbrand… Read More »
Plainview, NY – January 6, 2025 – Fortbrand Services LLC, a leader in airport maintenance and ground support solutions, is proud to announce a new partnership with Illuminex AI, a cutting-edge provider of advanced artificial intelligence technologies. This partnership expands Fortbrand’s innovative Fortbrand Intelligence product line, designed to meet the evolving needs of modern airfield… Read More »
Plainview, NY, December 31, 2024 – Fortbrand Services LLC, a leader in airport maintenance and ground support solutions, proudly announces its partnership with ETC-PZL Aerospace Industries, a global innovator in simulation technologies. This collaboration underscores Fortbrand’s commitment to equipping airports with intelligent solutions that enhance operational efficiency and safety. Advanced Simulation Training Solutions ETC-PZL Aerospace Industries… Read More »
Plainview, NY, December 13, 2024 – Fortbrand Services LLC, a leading provider of innovative ground support and airport maintenance solutions, proudly announces a strategic partnership with Dynatest A/S, the globally recognized leader in pavement assessment technologies. This collaboration underscores Fortbrand’s unwavering commitment to providing airports and those within the aviation community with the industry’s best… Read More »
Fortbrand Services is honored to announce a heartfelt Veterans Day initiative in collaboration with key partners across the United States. This program unveils dedicated Veterans Tribute Baggage Carts at select airports, each cart standing as a tribute to veterans’ service and Fortbrand’s ongoing commitment to supporting those who protect our freedom. Driven by a grassroots… Read More »
Fortbrand Services is dedicated to doing its part in providing electric GSE solutions for our business partners’ electrification initiatives. There is no better example than our most recent experience. Our partner requested numerous bag tractors for their operation. Fortbrand’s sales and technical team worked hand-in/hand with them to understand the current environmental conditions, charging infrastructure,… Read More »
Carl Braley has joined the Fortbrand team after recently retiring from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport in Manchester, NH with more than 27 years of service. Carl was the Assistant Director of Operations and Facilities and led the Airport Snow and Ice Control Program. Carl was also instrumental in the application of the Airport’s Continuity of Operations… Read More »
