Overview
Oliver Wyman CAVOK provides industry-leading market intelligence forecasts and analysis to support advisory services to the Aviation, Aerospace, and MRO industries.
At Oliver Wyman CAVOK, we leverage our global market forecast to advise organizations in the transport and travel sector on how to grow shareholder and stakeholder value, optimize operations, and maximize commercial and organizational effectiveness. Industry partners include but are not limited to:
- Global, Regional and Cargo Carriers
- Aerospace, and Defense Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEMs) and Suppliers
- Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MROs)
- Airports and other service providers
A foundational element of this work is the annual Oliver Wyman CAVOK Fleet and MRO Forecast which provides the industry’s most comprehensive and respected outlook for commercial aviation.
Our data-driven approach to problem-solving, cutting-edge aviation market intelligence tools, and unmatched aviation market knowledge; allow us to deliver truly impactful results for our clients.
Case Studies
United States MRO Service Provider
The client is an aerospace MRO service provider currently focused on APUs and related products. To accelerate growth, the client was interested in exploring entering the commercial aircraft component MRO market, with a particular focus on those services adjacent or complementary to existing capabilities. Utilizing the existing global fleet and MRO forecast developed annually by Oliver Wyman CAVOK, the project activity focused on a market sizing and growth strategy analysis along with key considerations for a path forward.
Estimated MRO market spend by relevant ATA Chapters for important aircraft platforms. Conducted whitespace exercise measuring the attractiveness of ATA chapter groupings resulting in a composite “attractiveness score” and ranking. Parameters included: PMA/DER opportunity, OEM strength, OEM horizontal capabilities, adjacency to current capabilities, past sourcing competitiveness, number of parts in a chapter, chapter fragmentation. Deep dives for the top 5 ATA chapters based on whitespace scoring including analysis of competitors and cost/complexity around market entry.
Identification of addressable market sizes and competitive entry points for attractive ATA chapters. Delivered an extensive analysis around future competitors inclusive of capabilities, business models, strengths and weaknesses. Identification of various growth strategies including potential acquisition targets.
The clients’ executive team was able to make fully informed decisions based on our insights and analysis in market segments where their internal knowledge was limited.
Testimonials
Oliver Wyman CAVOK developed strategies that will create future value.Chief Operating Officer, North American Low-Cost Carrier