Kevin Sargent - Chairman
Joined Farsound in 2014, with over 40 years of aerospace industry experience, with several senior roles, inc COO Pattonair, Site Director DARA (now Vector Aerospace).
Our Values
We believe in thinking differently and giving freedom of choice to customers, suppliers and our people.
People - Innovation - Excellence - Service
People are at the heart of our business. We value open, honest and authentic interactions in all we do. We believe in people that respectfully challenge, embrace change and demonstrate integrity and accountability.
We push the boundaries of Innovation, breaking new ground as we develop novel solutions. It takes courage to try new things and if mistakes happen, we learn and improve as a result.
We strive for Excellence in a dynamic and challenging environment. We are passionate about continuous improvement and growing long-term business partnerships.
Our Service standards are paramount. We do what we say we are going to do and engage, listen and make intentional decisions that benefit others.
1986
Farsound Engineering was founded as a manufacturer of small machined and fabricated aerospace parts
1992
Farsound developed a strong presence in the distribution of parts and focused on logistics, supply chain management and distribution
2008
Fully developed supply chain solutions to major global aeroengine MRO facilities
2011
Venture capitalist Rubicon Partners purchased Farsound Engineering
2013
Farsound Engineering splits into two companies, forming Farsound Aviation and Xcel Aerospace
2016
Farsound Aviation Singapore is created to support ongoing business within region
2017
Farsound Aviation Japan is created
2018
Acquisition of Sterling Aircraft Products Inc (Rebranded to Farsound Aviation Inc)
2019
Private equity firm AGIC Capital acquires Farsound group
2020
Major new contracts awarded with blue chip companies
2021
Farsound Aviation Group is rebranded to Farsound
Global Leadership Team
The people behind the name.
Chris Knott - Chief Executive Officer
A Chartered Accountant with over 17 years experience, joined Farsound in 2014. Previous experience in the Retail Sector.
Lee Kelsey - Chief Operating Officer
Extensive experience within the aerospace sector, with over 25 years experience in supply chain and manufacturing, including roles at GKN, BAe, SPS and Pattonair.
Jonathan Medhurst - Chief Procurement Officer
Joined Farsound in 2014, with over 20 years of aerospace industry experience, with several senior roles, inc EMEA Supply Chain Director at KLX (now BDS)
Curtis Pump – President Farsound Canada
Immersed in the aerospace sector over a span of 25 years, working in all facets of the business from Operations to Sales, with previous senior roles at Sterling Aircraft
Matt Berkebile - President Farsound USA
Joined Farsound in 2023