KF Aerospace renews contract with Purolator for BCFN

KF Aerospace has renewed its contract with Purolator for the British Columbia Feeder Network (BCFN), continuing a nearly 50-year partnership that has reliably supported communities across British Columbia. The new 10-year agreement highlights the enduring strength of this collaboration. Under the new contract, KF Aerospace will operate the BC Feeder Network for Purolator with an upgraded fleet, replacing its three Convair aircraft with three ATR72-500F aircraft—two in a containerised configuration and one as a bulk loader, according to an official release from KF Aerospace.

“We are thrilled to continue our long-standing relationship with Purolator, a collaboration that has grown and evolved over nearly half a century,” says Tracy Medve, President and CEO, KF Aerospace. “This new 10-year contract and fleet renewal demonstrates our shared commitment to providing reliable cargo services across British Columbia. The addition of the ATR72-500F aircraft will enhance range, capacity, and efficiency, ensuring that Purolator’s mission of on-time reliability is extended well into the future.”

The ATR72-500F fleet upgrade represents a significant enhancement for KF Aerospace’s operations. These aircraft offer improved fuel efficiency and more flexibility in handling diverse cargo needs. KF Aerospace will oversee acquiring and converting the ATR72-500Fs, with one conversion already near completion at KF’s main YLW MRO facility, the release added.

“This agreement marks an exciting new chapter for both KF Aerospace and Purolator,” says Bryan Akerstream, Director of Business Development, KF Aerospace. “The transition to the ATR72- 500F will provide greater operational efficiency and support Purolator’s ongoing efforts to deliver critical goods to communities across BC — and potentially help expand their business into other markets.”

“Purolator is proud of our long-standing alliance with KF Aerospace and we are pleased to extend that relationship for a further 10 years,” says Jay Kirkpatrick, Director, Air Network Operations, Purolator. “With the largest freight and courier network in Canada, Purolator is committed to providing exceptional service to our customers across the country. These fleet upgrades will ensure we continue to deliver the level of service both we and our customers expect.”