”"Operators of mature fleets rely heavily on independent USM channels, and OEM attitudes can directly influence market efficiency and turnaround times."
Bruce Ansell
In the January/February 2026 issue of Inside MRO, Bruce Ansell, APOC Technical Manager Engine Division, talks to Keith Mwanalushi about the challenges of securing critical parts for legacy engines and the increasingly vital role of USM in keeping aging fleets operational.
Over the past year, tightening feedstock on mature engine platforms has prompted APOC Aviation to broaden its sourcing avenues and take a more forward‑leaning approach to acquiring assets earlier in the cycle. “We now place greater emphasis on long-term purchasing arrangements and partnerships with operators and lessors,” Bruce Ansell, tells Inside MRO. He notes that the goal is to increase predictability in material flow while maintaining flexibility to act quickly when quality assets become available.
Read the full article on the Aviation Week website here.
Article courtesy of Aviation Week by Informa.
