Taking Flight in the Aviation Industry: The Transformative Rebrand of Acron Aviation

In a rapidly evolving aviation industry, innovation isn’t limited to machinery or flight paths—it also takes off through brand strategy. The rebranding of Acron Aviation, formerly an L3Harris company, exemplifies how strategic design, bold thinking, and seamless collaboration can redefine a company’s trajectory.

A New Era for a Legacy Aviation Brand

Previously operating as part of L3Harris, the business required a transformation that would unite its four distinct business units under one cohesive brand. With a new identity, the brand had to resonate with both B2B and B2C audiences—no small feat in an industry traditionally marked by rigidity and formality.

The mission was clear: to create a brand that would challenge the established norms of the aviation sector while presenting a trusted, innovative, and approachable partner.

Reimagining Identity: Approachability Meets Innovation

BrandMe, the creative agency behind the transformation, approached the project with a vision rooted in forward-thinking dynamism and emotional warmth. The first major hurdle? Finding a globally appealing name that was not only ownable but also encapsulated the brand’s future-focused identity.

By anchoring the process in stakeholder insights and brand values, the team landed on Acron Aviation—a name that reflects unity, strength, and future-readiness.

Breaking the Industry Mould Through Design

In an industry often dominated by cold blues and rigid design, BrandMe took a bold step toward distinction and vitality. The result was a visual identity infused with generous curves and a vibrant green palette, symbolising renewal, growth, and innovation.

The brand’s custom iconography takes inspiration from recognizable aviation elements but is evolved into something more modern and optimistic—a symbol of a brand that doesn’t just fly but soars into the future.

Flexibility at Every Altitude: From Flight Simulators to Flight Recorders

A brand identity is only successful if it can be implemented across diverse touchpoints—and Acron Aviation had no shortage of these. From flight simulators to black box technology, the brand needed to communicate clearly across complex technical environments while remaining accessible and compelling to a wider audience.

The result? An identity system that’s as versatile as it is visually compelling, bridging technical innovation with human connection.

Design Leadership: Crafting a Brand for the Future

Chris Cole, Design Director at BrandMe, emphasized the importance of aligning visual identity with brand mission:

“Acron Aviation is at the forefront of technological innovation, using data-led insight to shape the future of flight. They needed an identity that not only positioned them as the thought leader that they are but as an approachable partner ready to demystify their world.”

That blend of authority and approachability became the hallmark of the new brand, positioning Acron Aviation as both a leader and a collaborator in an often opaque industry.

Seamless Integration Across All Touchpoints

A rebrand is more than just a logo—it’s about how every piece fits together. Oliver O’Kavanagh, Head of Creative Services at Acron Aviation, reflected on the process:

“Bringing a brand to life isn’t just about design – it’s about seamless integration into every touchpoint. Collaborating with BrandMe on the creation of our new brand was an exciting journey of transformation. Together, we crafted a brand identity that wasn’t just visually striking but also adaptable across countless applications.”

From brand guidelines to real-world execution, the system worked cohesively and dynamically, ensuring consistency without stifling creativity.

The Global Launch: Strategy Meets Execution

To ensure the successful roll-out of the new identity, The Think Tank led the charge on activating the brand on a global scale. Their contributions included the development of a core brand proposition, a go-to-market strategy, and the coordination of media planning, digital advertising, PR, and email campaigns.

The combined efforts of BrandMe and The Think Tank created not just a new visual system, but an entirely new brand experience—one that reflects where Acron Aviation is headed, and how it plans to lead the aviation industry into the future.