Embraer and Airlink Sign Agreement for Collaborative Inventory Planning
Airlink is the first African customer to implement ECIP system
Embraer and Airlink (South Africa) announced on February 11, 2025, a spare parts inventory support agreement covering the carrier’s all-Embraer fleet of 68 aircraft.
The agreement will see Airlink become the first African customer for the customised Embraer Collaborative Inventory Planning (ECIP) management system, which, Embraer says, will optimise its inventory levels and reduce operational costs for its fleet of ERJ and E-Jets.
Embraer’s ECIP: A Key to Airlink’s Growth Strategy
“We have clear objectives of expanding and densifying our footprint, which will require additional capacity and more aircraft.
“Impeccable product support is an imperative to continuously deliver safe and reliable service excellence, which is an Airlink mantra,” said Rodger Foster, Airlink Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director.
“We are ‘joined at the hip’ with Embraer, and this ECIP speaks volumes to our mutual commitment to optimising the operational and economic performance of our fleet,” Foster added.
Key Features of Embraer’s Collaborative Inventory Planning (ECIP)
- Embraer highlights that ECIP offers several advantages to customers: Most inventory investment is done by Embraer, reducing the investment typically carried out by airlines.
- Fixed yearly pricing for each part allows customers to balance costs more precisely at guaranteed performance levels.
- Data-driven operation with weekly ordering recommendations based on customer usage and stock level data.
- Utilises advanced software and Embraer Planning experience shared collaboratively.
- Finally, Embraer says, all airlines participating in ECIP can count on Embraer’s materials management expertise and a global logistics network.