54+ Years of Aviation and Logistics Systems Expertise
With decades of experience and a deep understanding of aviation and logistics operations, we design and enhance systems to meet today’s project goals with the future in mind.
With decades of experience and a deep understanding of aviation and logistics operations, we design and enhance systems to meet today’s project goals with the future in mind.
To be the gold standard in specialty aviation and logistics consulting by providing elegant solutions to complex problems while fostering a rewarding, growth-oriented workplace for our people.
Deliver efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions to aviation and logistics challenges, leveraging our deep expertise and industry-leading tools developed over five decades of experience.
We put our clients at the heart of everything we do and are relentlessly committed to delivering effective solutions that are on time and on budget.
We build long-term relationships through trust and reliability, earning the confidence of our clients, partners, and team members.
We champion curiosity and challenge the status quo. Our team is empowered to explore new perspectives and develop creative, innovative solutions.
We are committed to continuous improvement—expanding our knowledge, refining our processes, and investing in the growth of our people and organization. Through research, training, and industry collaboration, we work hard to be at the forefront of the industries we serve.
We foster a collaborative and enriching workplace where people are inspired to grow, with the goal of having our team members build lifelong careers and retire from our company. We support our communities through active engagement and charitable initiatives.
BNP Associates, Inc. has been a leader in specialized consulting services for the air transportation industry since 1971. With over 50 years of experience, the company has completed thousands of projects worldwide, ranging from small manual system renovations to some of the largest mechanized material handling systems.
With over 54 years of experience, we’ve delivered thousands of projects worldwide—from small system upgrades to major automated material handling systems. We offer comprehensive solutions that leverage our wide range of expertise, including:
1971
Breier Neidle Patrone opens its doors.
1974
BNP starts masterplan for SATS cargo and designs AFT1 and AFT4 at Singapore Changi Airport, one of the most successful air cargo hubs in the world.
1976
BNP designs Qantas cargo terminal at Sydney Airport.
1981
BNP designs Hactl cargo terminal at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Airport.
1982
BNP designs the Chicago O’Hare Terminal 1 baggage system for United Airlines.
1983
BNP adopts computerized drafting.
1984
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey retains BNP for an on-call contract.
1985
FedEx opens the Newark metroplex hub designed by BNP.
1988
BNP designs TWA’s new baggage handling systems at what is now JFK’s historic Saarinen Terminal.
1990
The city and county of Denver retains BNP to develop baggage handling system concepts for the new airport.
1994
BNP designs the baggage system for Terminal 1 at Seoul’s new Incheon Airport.
1995
Company name officially changes from Breier Neidle Patrone to BNP.
1995
BNP opens its Denver office.
1996
Last founding partner Ric Patrone retires.
1997
BNP begins design on the BHS for the new Terminal 3 at Singapore Changi Airport. The first ICS based system in Asia goes into operation in 2008.
1999
BNP forms its Apron Services Division and United Airlines awards BNP a contract to design passenger boarding bridges throughout its domestic network.
2000
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey retains BNP to assist with the expansion of Terminal B at Newark Liberty International Airport.
2002
BNP starts the design of numerous hold baggage screening systems and is selected to design and implement major screening systems at BOS, JFK, EWR, MIA, TPA, ORD, LAX, SFO, SEA, DTW, to name a few.
2003
BNP starts design on some of the largest ICS-based baggage systems in the world – Beijing Capital International Airport Terminal 3 and Seoul Incheon International Airport with a combined value of approx. $500 million USD.
2005
BNP begins services at the new Doha Airport with a peer review contract. This contract expands to include the design and implementation of baggage systems, air cargo systems, and aircraft maintenance hangar systems for the following 10+ years.
2007
BNP opens its first overseas office in Singapore to service our growing business in Asia.
2008
BNP’s first project utilizing Revit software.
2009
Delta Airlines retains BNP to design, update, and expand LaGuardia’s baggage handling system.
2011
Copenhagen Airport retains BNP to design and monitor the implementation of a baggage system redevelopment program to optimize capacity and performance of the system by 50% within the same building footprint.
2012
BNP opens its Dubai office to service our growing business in the region.
2013
BNP designs Cathay Pacific’s 2.5-million-ton cargo terminal at Hong Kong International Airport. This is the largest cargo terminal built on the planet in the last 20 years and is one of seven air cargo facilities in Hong Kong designed by BNP.
2015
BNP opens its Hong Kong office.
2015
BNP opens its Dallas office where the expanded simulation group is located.
2016
BNP opens its Tampa office to service our clients in Florida and LATAM.
2017
BNP designs its 30th ICS-based baggage handling system.
2018
BNP begins designing the baggage system for Terminal 5 at Singapore Changi Airport.
2019
BNP opens its London office to service our growing European client base.
2020
BNP addresses technologies for social distancing and baggage sterilization.
2021
BNP opens its office in Shenzhen China to service our growing business in China.
2021
BNP celebrates our 50th Anniversary!
At BNP, we believe advanced technology is essential to delivering successful, cost-effective projects. That’s why we continually invest in automation and digital tools that enhance accuracy, improve productivity, and reduce costs for our clients. We leverage a suite of tools that help us future-proof our solutions. Our technology ecosystem includes:
BNP provides expert consulting to the air transportation, cargo, and logistics industries. We’ve worked on thousands of projects worldwide, from small manual system upgrades to the largest automated material handling systems.
BNP delivers smart, cost-effective apron system solutions that improve aircraft turnaround and ground operations.
Enhancing the passenger and operations experience through reliable, efficient, and innovative baggage handling system designs.
Accelerating your supply chain with optimized cargo handling systems designs and strategic logistics planning.
Establish, Inc. and BNP offer an innovative approach to logistics, delivering comprehensive solutions that move business forward.
BNP is an industry leader in simulation, from simple studies to evaluating the largest and most complex material handling systems in the world
BNP Associates, Inc. is the worldwide leader in providing specialized consulting services to the air transportation and logistics industries.