A major aerospace manufacturer is currently focused on addressing challenges within its supply chain to ensure the smooth ramp-up of production for its A220 programme. The company sees no immediate need to overhaul its industrial setup despite ongoing issues faced by its wing supplier.
The supplier has been seeking improved contract terms, leading to speculation about potential changes to the manufacturer’s approach to aerostructures work. However, the manufacturer’s CEO emphasized the priority of addressing supply chain weaknesses rather than implementing strategic redesigns at this time.
While the company remains open to exploring solutions for tactical issues, it is not actively pursuing a reorganization of its industrial setup. Additionally, plans for a potential aircraft model expansion are not currently a top priority.
Instead, the focus is on maintaining the trajectory of the A220 programme towards increased production output. Despite acknowledging the steep ramp-up, the company expresses confidence in meeting its production goals by 2026.
Amidst these efforts, the manufacturer continues to tackle various challenges within its broader supply chain, with weaknesses identified at multiple levels.
