Designing, Enabling the Future of Flight (Part 1)

Q: What role does Mexico play within Honeywell Aerospace’s global operations?

A: Honeywell identified Latin America as a global hub, not just for aerospace but for its overall operations. We have an important presence in the Mexican industry, working with the largest fleets of business jet, commercial helos, and airline customers, from startup airlines to legacy carriers. We aim to continue playing an important role in the country and to continue supporting its growing aviation market. Mexico is key for Honeywell Aerospace and the company’s investments in the country prove it. We will continue working together with local airlines, business jets and cargo operators to offer innovation and reliable products to make them more sustainable and profitable.

Q: How is Honeywell Aerospace betting on Mexico to run R&D and high added-value operations?

A: Mexico’s manufacturing footprint for the aerospace industry continues to grow. Honeywell has over 12,000 employees in the country and we are making significant investments. We have an R&D center in Mexicali that is doing a terrific job providing engineering and in-laboratory services for electronic and mechanical -products. We have a highly-qualified talent base to make this happen. On top of that, we recently expanded our engineering center in Mexico City’s Technopark, which is a first-ofits kind facility in Latin America and the third worldwide.

Q: What strategies is Honeywell implementing to secure supplies amid post-pandemic challenges?

A: The reactivation of economic activities in the post-COVID-19 environment brought supply chain challenges for all industries, including aerospace. Honeywell committed the company’s full resources to manage the impact of the pandemic and we collaborate closely with key suppliers. Our efforts included strategic forecasts to deliver components and services on time to customers, and collaborative planning with commercial partners and distributors to secure parts.

While the reactivation of the supply chain is a challenge in itself, it is important to emphasize that it comes in the context of a double-digit year-over-year increase in demand. We are seeing a substantial growth in the aviation industry so, when combining the reactivation of a complex supply chain with the increase in demand for our products, it brings additional challenges to keep serving our OEM and aftermarket customers. However, through good planning, right investment and hard work, Honeywell Aerospace has been working successfully to find solutions in the short term, while continuing to support the operations of our customers.

Q: What are Honeywell Aerospace’s main priorities for 2023?

A: The main focus for 2023 is to continue on the path to recovery in parts delivery and services. Aircraft production has increased, and we are putting together plans to cope with it. Also, Honeywell will keep investing heavily on R&D to continue developing new technologies and solutions to increase our customers’ profitability. On the other hand, people remain a key part of Honeywell. We will continue investing in our training and recruitment processes, bringing and retaining talents, while continuously improving the working environment.

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