Fokker Services Group and the RNLAF renew Total Support Contract for Standard Parts

The Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) and Fokker Services Group (FSG), a leading aerospace solutions provider with a global reach, have signed the renewal of a Total Support Contract for Standard Parts & Expendables. Under this contract, FSG will continue to support the RNLAF by providing Standard Parts & Expendables and extended services for various RNLAF aircraft and helicopters for at least five more years.

The renewal, announced during the Farnborough International Airshow 2024 (UK), signifies that FSG will continue to provide Standard Parts & Expendables support, covering over 20,000 part numbers for a wide range of platforms operated by RNLAF, including the AH-64 Apache, CH47 Chinook, NH90, AS532U2 Cougar, C-130 Hercules, PC-7 trainer, and MQ-9 Reaper. Furthermore, this comprehensive support solution for Standard Parts & Expendables establishes FSG as the exclusive contact point for the RNLAF for all their Standard Parts & Expendables needs, including various logistic services, forecasting, the introduction of approved alternative items, and consignment stock management. These services will continue to be delivered by FSG’s facilities in the Netherlands.

The original contract between the RNLAF and FSG dates back to 2017. Since then, FSG has delivered more than 100,000 orders for Standard Parts and maintained an impressive average on-time delivery performance of 98%. The criteria for renewing the contract with FSG included, amongst others, a commitment to a sustainable roadmap, which will contribute to the RNLAF’s sustainability, environmental and social return ambitions. 

According to Menzo van der Beek, CEO of FSG, “We’re proud to solidify our position as the partner of the RNLAF in supporting crucial assets essential to the defense and protection of the Netherlands and NATO alliance members as a whole."

In turn, Marco Verweij, Commercial Manager Defense at FSG, stated, “The new contract shows our commitment to being a trustworthy partner that demonstrates global excellence. We are grateful for the trust placed in FSG to provide essential parts that contribute to the availability and mission success of the RNLAF fleet."

Colonel Robin Schoonen, Commander of the Logistics Centre Woensdrecht (the Netherlands) at the RNLAF, explained that, “The RNLAF is looking forward to continuing to work with a known and reliable partner. The contract relieves us as RNLAF, so that our people can focus more on the current situation in the world and our primary task. We need to be ready to provide airpower to defend our own territory and that of our Allies.'

Lastly, Mark van Someren, Supply Chain Manager at the RNLAF, stated, “The total support contract for Standard Parts & Expendables with FSG is a proven concept for us, ensuring that our quality and reliability requirements are met. Furthermore, it is great to continue our journey with a known partner and we look forward to continuing building a productive relationship in the coming years.”