Company Profile For BBA Aviation plc

BBA Aviation plc is an aviation services and systems support company operating mainly in the business and general aviation market. Its business is focused on providing service and aftermarket support to existing aircraft operator. Its flight support businesses provide re-fuelling, ground handling and other services to the business, general and commercial aviation markets. On February 22, 2008, the Company acquired Hawker Beechcraft Services Inc’s Line Service Operations. On June 6, 2008, the Company acquired a 90% interest in MES Handling GmbH & Co. KG. On September 12, 2008, the Company acquired Southern Aero Services Ltd. On April 8, 2008, it acquired Flygiene Limited.

BRIEF: For the six months ended 30 June 2009, BBA Aviation plc's revenues decreased 2% to £550.2B. Net income decreased 38% to £20.8M. Revenues reflect a decrease in revenue from Airport services and lower turnover from United Kingdom & North America regions. Net income also reflects an increase in distribution costs, higher distribution expenses, an increase in amortisation expenses and higher restructuring costs.