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24.06.2025

Obsolescence Management

In the aerospace and defence industry, obsolescence is no longer a side issue – it's a mission-critical challenge. From ageing technologies and long product life cycles to complex supplier networks, the need for proactive obsolescence management has never been more urgent.

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Key Take-Aways:

  • Together, we unpacked what proactive obsolescence management really means – and why it’s become mission-critical

  • We took a closer look at how obsolescence affects asset readiness and operational performance

  • It became clear why many organisations fall short – and how outsourcing can shift the game

  • We cut through the noise and shared proven success factors and real-world best practices

  • Through live polls and a hands-on Q&A, we tapped into valuable insights from experts and peers alike

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Speakers:

Luke Logan is an independent consultant and experienced technical leader in aerospace & defence, as well as other industries, with a career spanning over 30 years. Formerly of Rolls Royce and BAE Systems he was Chief Engineer for the Trent 900 engine programme. As an engineering & technology champion, he's an active fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering, Institute of Mechanical Engineering and Royal Aeronautical Society. Luke has first-hand experience of obsolescence management from his time at BAE Systems. 

 

Dr. Claude Maxion, Principal at H&Z and operational supply chain and cost management expert with over 20 years of experience. He has worked to improve supply chain robustness across many industry verticals, including proactive obsolescence management in the aerospace industry.

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