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Bell has named AVIARAIL its authorized independent sales representative for commercial aircraft in Morocco, expanding its local market reach. The appointment establishes a new channel for Bell’s commercial aircraft sales in the North African country; the announcement does not specify aircraft types or commercial terms.
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Bell has named AVIARAIL its authorized independent sales representative for commercial aircraft in Morocco, expanding its local market reach. The appointment establishes a new channel for Bell’s commercial aircraft sales in the North African country; the announcement does not specify aircraft types or commercial terms.
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