Locatory Integrates AvSight ERP to Speed MRO Procurement

Aviation aftermarket platform Locatory has transitioned from a traditional parts search engine into an integrated procurement ecosystem following a direct software integration with AvSight and the expansion of its supplier catalogs. The platform updates, rolled out throughout May 2026, are designed to streamline workflows for maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers as supply chain constraints force airlines to keep older narrowbody aircraft in service.

According to company statements, the push toward digital procurement integration comes as the aviation industry faces tightening financial margins. With the International Air Transport Association (IATA) projecting global airline net profits to fall to $23 billion in 2026 from $45 billion in 2025, operators are prioritizing inventory liquidity and the reduction of Aircraft on Ground (AOG) risks.

Expanding procurement capabilities

On May 7, 2026, Locatory.com announced a direct integration with aviation Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software provider AvSight. The integration allows suppliers to publish their inventory, receive Requests for Quote (RFQ), and respond to buyers directly within their existing AvSight workflow. By eliminating the need to toggle between separate marketplace and inventory management systems, the companies intend to reduce response times for critical component sourcing.

Following the ERP integration, Locatory.com updated its public catalog feature on May 14, 2026. The expansion allows suppliers to list MRO capabilities, aviation chemicals, specialized services, and ground support equipment alongside traditional aircraft parts. The update also introduced iframe embedding, enabling suppliers to host their Locatory.com catalogs directly on their own corporate websites.

These workflow enhancements build upon data transparency initiatives launched earlier in the platform’s development. On January 22, 2025, the company introduced unlimited access to detailed price history and reference data, including National Stock Number (NSN) classifications and Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) alternatives. The platform currently hosts more than 10 billion aircraft parts across 150 global warehouse locations, serving an active user base of over 25,000 aviation industry members with a stated search success rate of 95 percent.

Narrowbody aftermarket pressures

The urgency for streamlined procurement is reflected in the platform’s own search data. On June 3, 2026, Locatory released a market overview indicating that narrowbody fleets are carrying the heaviest aftermarket load. Search activity on the marketplace is heavily concentrated on components for the Boeing 737 Next Generation and Airbus A320ceo families, driven by ongoing new aircraft delivery delays and engine constraints that require airlines to rely on in-service airframes.

The data highlights high demand for dispatch-critical systems, specifically Hydro-Mechanical Units (HMU), engine starters, Full Authority Digital Engine Controls (FADEC), and pneumatic valves for CFM56 and V2500 engines.

“The aviation industry is at a crossroads where digital solutions must rise to meet real-world challenges,” said Toma Matutytė, Chief Executive Officer of Locatory.

Matutytė also highlighted the role of digital marketplaces in maintaining supply chain integrity during periods of high demand, noting the persistent risk of unapproved components entering the ecosystem.

“An unapproved part refers to any component that fails to meet the regulatory standards set by the regulatory authorities,” Matutytė stated. “Examples of such parts include counterfeit components, which are intentionally misrepresented as meeting approved manufacturing criteria.”

AirPro News analysis

We view the evolution of platforms like Locatory as a necessary response to the structural realities of the 2026 aviation market. Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) delivery delays have fundamentally altered fleet planning. Airlines are operating Boeing 737 Next Generation and Airbus A320ceo aircraft years longer than originally modeled, placing unprecedented strain on the aftermarket for CFM56 and V2500 engine components.

When dispatch-critical parts like FADECs and HMUs become scarce, the bottleneck is rarely a lack of global inventory. The issue is usually visibility and transaction friction. By integrating directly into ERP systems like AvSight, marketplaces are shifting from being simple search directories to becoming active procurement infrastructure. For MROs and airlines facing compressed margins this summer, shaving hours off an AOG sourcing process through automated RFQ routing is a direct defense of their working capital. Furthermore, as the supply chain stretches, the risk of counterfeit parts infiltrating the system rises. Centralized, transparent digital procurement environments will be critical for operators to verify part provenance and maintain regulatory compliance.

Sources: Locatory Official News