by Karla Sofia Aguirre, Surplus Solutions Sales & Operations Manager
How to turn surplus into opportunities
Managing surplus inventory in the aviation industry is a major challenge. For many suppliers, repair stations, MROs, and airlines, it becomes a serious problem because inventory sits in warehouses and depreciates over time, costing space, time, and money without generating revenue.
Why Surplus Happens
Surplus is often seen as a failure in demand forecasting, planning, or logistics. However, in reality, surplus is unavoidable, and it’s related to teardown projects, fleet transitions, or changing maintenance strategies. In many cases, when parts are no longer needed, they sit in the warehouse and gradually lose market value until companies decide to liquidate or scrap them.
From Problem to Opportunity
Surplus is an ongoing issue. The aviation industry is constantly evolving as fleets change and are upgraded, and the supply chain continues to fluctuate. Therefore, the key question is no longer how to avoid surplus, but how to capitalize on it.
First, the strategy should focus on identifying surplus early. The longer the material sits in a warehouse, the more value it loses and the fewer options a company has to recover that value. Moreover, the digital era now offers tools to predict slow-moving material based on historical sales, demand trends, and inventory aging.
Benefits of a Surplus Strategy
Financial Impact
Transforming surplus into a strategy is not just about recovering value. It can also deliver several long-term benefits for companies. For example, it improves cash flow by turning unused assets into liquidity while reducing storage and handling costs.
Sustainability Impact
Likewise, it helps eliminate waste and extend the life cycle of parts, especially in the case of rotables.
Aftermarket Solutions and Global Reach
Once surplus is identified, companies have many opportunities to explore. Meanwhile, the aviation aftermarket has evolved significantly into a more dynamic and mature industry. Today, buyers are better informed, platforms are more transparent, and companies are no longer limited to regional markets. As a result, they now have access to a global network of potential partners.
This global reach, combined with digital innovation, allows companies to explore more trading channels. For example, digital marketplaces connect sellers with qualified buyers across the world, allowing surplus inventory to move faster and with greater visibility. In fact, multiple aftermarket buyers are actively looking to invest in this type of opportunity and help companies transform their surplus into value.
AMP’s Surplus Solutions for Airlines, MROs & Suppliers
At AMP, we are committed to being that partner for airlines, MROs, and suppliers who are dealing with high inventory levels. With nearly 10 years of experience turning slow-moving parts into cash, our offer is built around two key pillars:
- Data-Driven Valuation: Our proprietary market analysis and valuation tools ensure accurate and competitive offers for consumables and expendables, even for rotables. We provide fair pricing based on current demand and market references.
- Global Reach, Fast Turnaround: AMP connects your material to a worldwide network of buyers through trusted relationships and digital platforms. We streamline the process by minimizing delays and providing fair deals within days.
If you have excess C&E or rotables, AMP helps you move them efficiently and profitably. Ultimately, we’re not just here to buy your parts. We’re here to help you unlock the full potential of your inventory.
Surplus doesn’t have to sit. Let’s move it together!
Reach out to AssetManagement@airlinemro.parts for more information.