Farsound
Kevin Sargent MBE FRAeS is an experienced leader in the aerospace sector, currently serving as Non-Executive Chairman and previously as Executive Chairman of Farsound Aviation, a global aerospace supply chain service provider specializing in Aero Engine MRO Supply Chain Solutions. Sargent's previous roles include Chief Executive Officer at KSC Ltd, focusing on business strategy and operational excellence, and Chief Operating Officer at Pattonair Ltd, where management of a $500m turnover company involved oversight of 1,000 employees. Sargent also held multiple key positions at DARA, the UK Ministry of Defence's Rotary Wing MRO facility, along with various senior management roles in operational and supply chain functions. Sargent's extensive experience began in the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm, where a successful military career included progression from Aircraft Engineering Apprentice to Senior Officer.
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Farsound
Founded in 1979, Farsound Aviation is a leading Supply Chain and Logistics Solutions Provider, Distributor and Stockist for the global aerospace industry, delivering parts from hundreds of suppliers directly to the production line. Farsound’s client list includes a number of the world’s leading aero engine MRO organisations. The company also supports customers in the defence, marine and petrochemical industries. In response to the specific needs of individual customers, Farsound provides innovative, bespoke services that can include: • Procurement consolidation • Consignment Kanban • Kitting Solutions • Direct Line Feed (DLF) • Contract Scheduling and Long term agreements (LTA) • Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Whatever the nature of the service provided, the emphasis is always on reliable on-time delivery, continuous low cost sourcing, highly competitive pricing and excellent customer care, including 24-hour support. To ensure the process is entirely transparent, Farsound’s customers have access to a real-time web dashboard that enables them to check the status of their orders at any time. Dedicated to ensuring the availability of parts as and when required, anywhere in the world, Farsound strives to merit its reputation as “The Aero Engine MRO Supplier of Choice”.
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