BBA Aviation subsidiary Aircraft Service International Group (ASIG) has signed an agreement to acquire the assets of Skytanking USA, a provider of aviation fuel services.

Under the latest acquisition deal, ASIG will divest four operations in Germany and Austria to Skytanking Holding, the parent of Skytanking USA.

Headquartered in South Florida, Skytanking USA has a workforce of more than 350 staff and owns in excess of 800 refuelling related assets.

"The company has operations at 14 US airports and provides commercial aircraft refuelling and jet fuel facility maintenance."

The company has operations at 14 US airports and provides commercial aircraft refuelling and jet fuel facility maintenance, along with fuel facility maintenance and inspections for the US military at 47 installations.

ASIG president and chief operating officer Tony Lefebvre said: "Skytanking USA, which began operations in 2003, has created a strong customer base by leveraging their expertise in aviation fuel services.

"We look forward to having them join the ASIG team as we continue to expand our global operations."

The acquisition of assets is expected to be completed in March subject to customary transaction approvals.

ASIG is a global provider of ground, fuel and airport facility services to airlines, airports, oil companies and industry partners.

ASIG offers flexible, comprehensive service solutions across a network of 83 airports in North America, Central America, Europe and Asia.

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