Embraer and Southern African Airline Airllink have signed a spare parts inventory support agreement to strengthen the entire armored fleet of 68 airlines.
The transaction is a significant milestone as Airlink will become the first African airline to adopt Embraer's Joint Inventory Planning (ECIP) system.
ECIP is designed to optimize spare parts availability while reducing operational costs, and Airlink's ERJ and e-e across a vast network that includes destinations in South Africa, Madagascar, St. Helena and Ascension islands. – Supports Jets' fleets.
By joining ECIP, Airlink benefits from reducing prepaid inventory investments as Embraer absorbs most of the costs. Additionally, the program offers a constant annual pricing for each part, ensuring cost predictability while maintaining high performance standards through Embraer Services and support. The system leverages advanced data analytics and provides weekly inventory recommendations based on real-time inventory levels and usage patterns.
ECIP-registered airlines have access to Embraer's global logistics network and material management expertise to ensure efficient spare parts availability at an industry-leading service level.
Since 2001, the long-standing adoption of Embler Operator Airlink's ECIP has strengthened its commitment to operational efficiency and innovation in the African aviation sector.
“We're committed to providing a range of services to our customers,” said Rodger Foster, CEO and Managing Director, Airlink. “Today Airlink is proudly the largest operator of the continental Embraer Regional Jet Airliners, with the clear purpose of expanding and increasing the footprint that requires additional capacity and more aircraft.
“Important product support is essential to continuously delivering the excellence of a safe and reliable service. This is an Airlink Mantra. We are 'attached to the Hip' with Embraer and this ECIP. speaks volumes about mutual commitments to optimizing fleet operational and economic performance. ”
“We are pleased to announce that we are committed to providing a range of services and services to ensure that we are committed to providing a range of services,” said Carlos Naufel, President and CEO of Embraer Services & Support. “This transaction demonstrates trust in airline support. Airlink Airlink through ECIP, a program that provides access to Embraer's global logistics network, while providing customized best-in-class performance for each inventory. We will work even further to help the profit efficiency of all operations and reduce inventory costs.”
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