In a bid to bolster its technology-based services, Jet Support Services (JSSI) has acquired Tracware, a UK-based developer of process control software to manage workflows for third-party MRO providers, OEMs, and aircraft management firms. It is the latest strategic acquisition for JSSI; last year, it acquired Conklin & de Decker and S3 Aero Specialists.

As a provider of maintenance programs to the aviation industry, JSSI is responsible for more than 2,000 business and regional jets and helicopters, managing nearly 10,000 maintenance events annually across a broad section of MRO providers. “Tracware’s comprehensive understanding of the specific processes and requirements these businesses need to thrive operationally, combined with JSSI's capabilities, presents many opportunities to better serve our customers at every stage of aircraft ownership, and to deliver technology enhancements to industry partners,” said JSSI president and CEO Neil Book.

Tracware founder and managing director Andrew Maley explained the acquisition will enable the firm to build on its current products and services, “leveraging decades of JSSI maintenance data to better meet the requirements of MROs globally.”

Under the acquisition, Tracware will be recognized as a JSSI company, and its employees and operations will be integrated with JSSI.