Aviation and Transportation

Aviation and Transportation
WHAT WE DO

The transportation sector in North Africa serves as a vital conduit, linking people, goods, and information across the region and beyond. We specialise in navigating the dynamic shifts within this sector — from the ascent of digital solutions to evolving regulations and trade dynamics.

With an in-depth understanding of the distinct challenges and opportunities in North Africa’s transportation industry, we offer strategic insights to facilitate adaptation and prosperity. By forging connections between different transportation modes and industries, we introduce innovative concepts that bolster efficiency and stimulate growth for businesses operating in the region.

Operational and Risk Management:

ASSET AND MAINTENANCE COST OPTIMIZATION

We perform scenario analysis to evaluate financial and risk impacts on asset and maintenance costs, developing optimised strategies with clients that include lease conditions, part swapping, sequencing, trading, strategic partnerships, and exit planning.

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FLIGHT OPERATIONS

We assess the risk associated with specific Lines-of-Flight within the schedule, analysing characteristics and historical performance to identify potential execution risks.

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LOF RISK ASSESSMENT

Which lines of flight pose the biggest risk for execution? This tool evaluates the riskiness of specific Line-of-Flight’s in the schedule based on a set of characteristics and historic performance.

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OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENT

Applying lean methodologies, we collaborate with rail industry clients to enhance operations, ensuring cost-effective management and optimisation of requirements for locomotives and rolling stock.

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OTP SCENARIO MODELLING

We model the optimal level of on-time performance (OTP) achievable with various investment levels, exploring its impact on aircraft scheduling and time management.

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PERFORMANCE DIAGNOSTIC

This suite employs diagnostic analytics to swiftly evaluate and optimise schedule parameters and operational performance, identifying key drivers.

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SAFETY, SECURITY, AND QUALITY

We effectively safeguard operations, ensuring compliance with North African regulations, protecting against cyber threats, and maintaining passenger safety and data confidentiality.

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SCHEDULE BUILD FRAMEWORK

We support airlines in establishing operational parameters for goal alignment, designing schedules that include target setting, stress-testing, and KPI reporting.

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SCHEDULE OPERABILITY

Through proprietary framework assesses the operability of airline schedules, ensuring reliable execution up to 12 months in advance.

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Aircraft Management and Maintenance:

AIRCRAFT ACQUISITIONS

We master services such as pre-purchase inspections, aircraft identification, bridging management, and thorough review of records to ensure delivery conditions and regulatory compliance are met, along with engineering and supply chain support.

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FLEET MANAGEMENT

We expertly handle airline restructuring and fleet optimisation, support lease negotiations, develop strategic partnerships with OEMs and MROs, and conduct analyses to compare new versus used aircraft and engines, aiding in informed decision-making.

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MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND OVERHAUL (MRO)

We deliver extensive MRO services, covering configuration management, maintenance programming, and supply chain management for various components, utilising industry-standard systems such as AMOS, Maintenix, RAMCO, SCEPTRE, TRAX, and Ultramain.

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Records and Documentation Management:

ARCHIVING

We assist clients in archiving records by implementing high-speed scanning and indexing into electronic systems like Iron Mountain for efficient filing, retrieval, and long-term storage.

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DOCUMENT AND CONTENT MANAGEMENT

We manage the entire document lifecycle from creation to archiving, ensuring compliance and efficiency using a comprehensive toolkit that includes: Adobe FrameMaker; Aerosoft Systems DigiDoc; Airbus Adoc, AirNav, JobCard; Bluestream Xdoc; Boeing Toolbox, and Spectrum; Comply365; Flatirons CORENA; IDMR InForm; Oxygen XML Editor; and PTC Arbortext Suite.

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ELECTRONIC RECORDS IMPLEMENTATION AND MANAGEMENT

We support the digitisation and management of documents through services like indexing and migration, leveraging platforms such as GE AirVault, FlyDocs, and Stream.

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LIBRARY AND DISTRIBUTION MANAGEMENT

Our services include managing document distributions, publishing revision files, maintaining manual currency lists, and overseeing technical documentation and OEM manuals using systems such as the Public Branch Exchange and others as required.

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RECORDS AUDITING

We provide detailed audits of maintenance records, focusing on lease returns, audit preparations (DOD, Aging Aircraft, IOSA, Lessor, and conformity), and ongoing compliance monitoring, using tools like M&E IT systems for initial data load and audit.

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REVISION MANAGEMENT

We manage the revision lifecycle of operator manuals, validating source files, enhancing manual templates, and implementing automated workflows for efficient content updates.

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TECHNICAL RECORDS MANAGEMENT

We develop sophisticated records management systems to prevent costly concessions, ensuring alignment with contract return conditions using platforms like AirVault® and STREAM® for efficient process management.

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Technical and Engineering Services:

AIRLINE RELIABILITY DEPARTMENT

We assist clients with assessment, design, and implementation of reporting and tracking requirements, continuous improvement programmes, and proactive reliability management systems. We also help airlines gain authorisation for their operational specifications, enabling them to optimise efficiency and reduce CASM.

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MAINTENANCE PROGRAM WORK INSTRUCTION

We craft detailed work instructions for maintenance programmes, ensuring the continuation of best practices beyond the duration of our engagement.

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RELIABILITY REPORTING

We can function as an airline reliability department or provide on-site support to compile, clean, and interpret data, produce formal reliability reports including MIS, SDR, and CASS program administration, and perform root cause analysis at both aircraft and component levels.

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SOLUTION DESIGN, SELECTION, AND IMPLEMENTATION

We support clients in all aspects of technical publication, from developing policy and procedure documents to designing manual EDD/DTD templates and implementing publishing software, adhering to SGML and XML standards.

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SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

We enhance supply chain and material management functions by mapping end-to-end forecasting and stock levels, standardising vendor management processes, optimising warranty programmes, and improving delivery performance.

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TECHNICAL AUTHORING

We offer technical authoring services for job cards, manuals, and forms, ensuring compliance with aviation industry standards and client specifications, and support operator representation for regulatory approvals.

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IT and Data Solutions:

CLOUD SOLUTIONS AND MIGRATION

We facilitate the modernisation of legacy systems to cloud environments, enhancing application performance and data analytics capabilities throughout the transition.

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DATA SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

We empower clients to implement advanced analytics and data science, establishing a forward-thinking, data-centric organisation.

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IT STRATEGY ASSESSMENT

Essential for long-term business viability, our clear and comprehensive IT strategies are crafted by experts to support decisive and informed decision-making.

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SOLUTION SELECTION

Our consultants guide clients through the procurement process, from defining requirements and system evaluation to vendor negotiations and overseeing organisational change.

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SYSTEM INTEGRATION AND SUSTAINMENT

We orchestrate sophisticated system integrations and ensure robust implementation, facilitating seamless and sustained organisational transitions.

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Capacity Building And Training

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ESG And Sustainability

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Pricing and Sales

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Regulatory Compliance

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Risk Management

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Turnaround And Restructuring

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