Oliver Wyman Vector provides specialized technical consulting to aviation, aerospace, defense and rail clients worldwide. As part of Oliver Wyman's Transportation and Services practice, we combine deep industry experience, proprietary tools and analytical rigor to improve safety, increase productivity and reduce cost. We partner with executive teams to clarify strategic priorities, solve operational challenges and unlock growth.

Global fleet and MRO market forecast 2025–2035

We project 2.8% annual fleet growth with narrowbody production reaching about 2,400 units by 2035.

MRO survey 2022 findings

The 2022 survey highlights persistent labor shortages, cost pressures and the need for sustainable practices in the aviation aftermarket.

Global fleet and MRO market forecast 2023–2033

A 10-year forecast for the global commercial airline fleet and the aftermarket.

Sustainable future

Not enough aviation mechanics

A sustained shortfall of aviation mechanics will constrain profitable growth unless addressed.

Velocity podcast

Conversations with industry leaders on the trends shaping aviation and transport.

Aviation emissions reduction to 2035 using SAF and existing tech

Aviation must invest in sustainable aviation fuel and conventional engine redesigns now to meet near‑term emissions goals.

Four phases of collaboration with UNHCR

Our Singapore team worked with UNHCR to evaluate engagement models, balancing developer investment with long‑term program goals.

Clean cooking and reforestation

Our UNHCR team

Where expertise meets purpose

This project reinforced why we do what we do: when expertise aligns with purpose, measurable impact follows.

Where expertise meets purpose

Sustainable future

Partnership strategy and tools

We developed partnership strategy and essential tools to support program delivery.

Collaboration with Kiron

Tools and materials

Creating sustainable opportunities for refugees

Working with Kiron we helped design sustainable programs to expand education and employment pathways for refugees.

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