Embraer, a prominent player in the global aerospace industry, and Kenya Airways, a leading African airline, have entered into a new agreement under the Embraer Collaborative Inventory Planning (ECIP) program. This partnership aims to enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs for Kenya Airways’ fleet of E190 jets. The agreement will cover 13 aircraft in the airline’s fleet.
Kenya Airways, a long-time customer of Embraer since 2006, operates flights to 45 destinations, including 37 in Africa, serving over 5 million passengers annually. Under the new agreement, Embraer will provide support to Kenya Airways through its Collaborative Inventory Planning program, a system designed to optimize inventory levels for spare parts, ensuring more efficient operations.
The ECIP program offers several benefits for Kenya Airways. Embraer will make the majority of the inventory investment, reducing the costs typically borne by the airline. Additionally, fixed yearly pricing for parts will help the airline balance its costs more effectively while maintaining performance levels guaranteed by Embraer Services & Support. The operation of the system is data-driven, using advanced software and Embraer’s planning expertise to create weekly inventory recommendations based on the airline’s usage and stock levels.
The partnership will further strengthen the relationship between Embraer and Kenya Airways, providing the airline with access to Embraer’s global logistics network, alongside a tailored, flexible solution for spare parts management.