GKN Aerospace has signed a strategic agreement with Boeing to 'solidify' a continued working partnership until 2023. This agreement covers the production of structural components and assemblies for: the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet; the F-15E Strike Eagle; and the C-17 Globemaster III. GKN Aerospace has been a sole-source supplier for items such as external surfaces, internal structures, wing trailing and leading edges for these Boeing aircraft since 2001. Krisstie Kondrotis, president (defence business) of GKN Aerospace, said: "This contract not only solidifies a continued partnership with Boeing but is also a testament to the hard work and dedication of our employees. We will strive to meet our commitments under this agreement and align on future opportunities utilising GKN Aerospace capabilities and advanced-technology improvements." Meanwhile, GKN Fokker Services and the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) have signed an extension of the existing 'total support' contract for delivering standard parts for all of the RNLAF's aircraft, helicopters and multiple support systems until 2022. The support is provided by GKN Fokker Services' facility in Hoofddorp and can be extended for another two years. The scope of the services provided has been increased in the extended contract. It includes the implementation of a solution for the RNLAF's existing inventory to ensure that all stock is used at the right time, plus an increase in 'part number coverage' from about 16,500 to 20,000.
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