Boeing subsidiary enters partnership with Michelin

Boeing’s subsidiary Aviall, which provides aftermarket supply-chain management services to the aerospace and defense industries entered into a collaboration agreement with Michelin.

   Boeing’s subsidiary Aviall, which provides aftermarket supply-chain management services to the aerospace and defense industries, and tire maker Michelin have announced a global strategic collaboration agreement that will align Aviall’s global distribution footprint with Michelin’s aircraft tire business.
   The companies said the initiative will result in improved logistics and supply chain models, which will strengthen service to fixed base operators (FBOs); maintenance, repair and overhaul providers (MROs); and fleet operators around the world.
   “We have always been a partner with Aviall, but this strategic initiative will allow us to improve our efficiencies in getting our tires to the market and growing our business,” Michelin Aircraft Tire President Frank Moreau said.