What Locatory.com does

Locatory.com is a private aviation IT solutions company founded in 2010 that operates a global B2B marketplace connecting 25,000+ aviation professionals across 150+ countries for aircraft parts sourcing, MRO services, and related supply-chain transactions. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Lithuanian aviation conglomerate AB Avia Solutions Group, with its global headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, and operational offices in New York, Dubai, and Vilnius, Lithuania. The platform indexes 10 billion+ aircraft parts and processes RFQs in an average of 17 minutes, with a claimed 95% search-find success rate.

The product surface spans four integrated business lines: the core Aviation Marketplace, Surplus Inventory Management (consignment of excess parts, chemicals, and consumables from warehouses in Dubai and Vilnius), EngineStands.com (engine-stand leasing for narrow- and wide-body platforms with warehouses in Dubai, Vilnius, and Amsterdam), and an integrated Shipping Service reselling DHL and FedEx freight at up to 80% discount versus standard rates. The technical stack is web-based with bidirectional API integration into customer ERP and procurement systems, plus an AI-powered email sourcing tool (Amber A.I.), bulk RFQ management, watchlist notifications, supplier management, public catalog with iframe embedding, and an Express Billboard for network-wide buy/sell/AOG messaging.

Revenue is generated through three annual or multi-year subscription tiers (Pro, Premium, Enterprise) with custom pricing, an affiliate program paying $200 per successful referral, consignment commissions on surplus inventory sales, engine-stand leasing fees, and shipping transaction fees. Go-to-market blends enterprise field sales with demos and dedicated Customer Success Managers, self-serve onboarding for the long mid-market tail, and the affiliate channel for distributed acquisition. No third-party institutional funding or revenue figures are disclosed.

Name

Locatory.com

Legal name

UAB "Locatory.com"

Website

https://locatory.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Locatory.com is a global B2B aviation marketplace, founded in 2010, connecting 25,000+ aviation professionals across 150+ countries for aircraft parts sourcing, surplus inventory management, engine-stand leasing, and integrated DHL/FedEx shipping.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Vilnius

HQ country

Lithuania

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Subscription Plans: Three-tier subscription model (Pro, Premium, Enterprise) with custom pricing based on company type, size, and required features such as RFQ tools, inventory management, and integrations. Each customer receives an account manager for plan selection.
2. Affiliate Program: Commission-based revenue from affiliate referrals. Affiliates earn $200 for every successful sale that results from a referred lead.
3. Engine Stand Leasing: Revenue from leasing aircraft engine stands through EngineStands.com subsidiary. Offers 100+ engine stands for major narrow- and wide-body engine types including CFM56, LEAP, Pratt & Whitney models, IAE V2500, GEnx.
4. Surplus Inventory Management: Consignment-based service where Locatory handles warehousing, global distribution, and sales for surplus aviation parts, returning revenue from sold materials directly to suppliers.
5. Shipping Service: Integrated logistics and shipping services offering discounted rates through partnerships with global carriers including DHL and FedEx. Provides shipping discounts of up to 80% compared to standard rates.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Locatory.com operates a global B2B aviation marketplace platform connecting 25,000+ aviation professionals to buy, sell, and source aircraft parts, MRO capabilities, chemicals, consumables, assets, and equipment. The platform is supported by complementary business lines: Surplus Inventory Management (consignment service), EngineStands.com (engine stand leasing for narrowbody and widebody engines), and an integrated Shipping Service offering up to 80% discounts through DHL and FedEx partnerships.

Product overview

Locatory.com operates as a multi-module aviation marketplace platform founded in 2010, combining four core business lines in one ecosystem: the Aviation Marketplace for parts sourcing and transactions, Surplus Inventory Management for consignment services, EngineStands.com for engine stand leasing, and an integrated Shipping Service with DHL/FedEx partnerships offering up to 80% discounts. The platform provides access to over 10 billion aircraft parts across 25,000+ active members in 150+ countries with a 95% search-find success rate. Additional tools include Amber A.I. (AI-powered email sourcing), Express Billboard (global messaging), Watchlist (availability notifications), Supplier Management Tool, Public Catalog, and Multiple Input Search Bar. The platform is offered through three subscription tiers (Pro, Premium, Enterprise) with API integration available for enterprise customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EngineStands.com: Engine stand leasing business line offering over 100 engine stands for CFM56, LEAP, Pratt & Whitney, IAE V2500, GEnx, and other engine types. Warehouses in Dubai, Vilnius, and Amsterdam. Provides rapid deployment of certified engine stands globally, including within 24-hour response capability.
• Surplus Inventory Management
• Amber A.I.

Products and services

• Aviation Marketplace A global B2B web-based marketplace that enables airlines, MROs, distributors, helicopter operators, and OEMs to source aircraft parts, request quotes, list inventory, and transact across 150+ countries. Provides access to a database of 10B+ aircraft parts with a 95% search-find success rate.
• Surplus Inventory Management A consignment-based service for aviation suppliers holding excess parts, chemicals, consumables, or equipment. Locatory.com handles storage, warehousing, global distribution, and sales, returning revenue from sold materials to the supplier.
• Shipping Service An integrated logistics offering embedded in the marketplace platform, providing discounted global shipping rates up to 80% off standard rates. Supports standard international deliveries, non-standard shipments, dangerous goods, and time-sensitive AOG freight through DHL and FedEx partnerships.
• EngineStands.com An aviation equipment leasing subsidiary offering 100+ certified engine stands for major engine types. Includes worldwide shipment, insurance, customs clearance, storage, and maintenance/repair services, with warehouses in Dubai, Vilnius, and Amsterdam.
• Amber A.I. Email Tool An AI-driven email tool that automates aircraft parts sourcing by connecting buyers to the marketplace supplier database through natural language email interactions, streamlining parts search and inquiry workflows for aviation procurement teams.

Quantifiable outcome

• RFQ processing averaging 17 minutes
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability3 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• DHLcoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal logistics partner providing worldwide shipping services. Partnership enables Locatory.com to offer integrated shipping solutions with up to 80% discounts compared to standard rates. Supports standard international deliveries and urgent AOG freight.
• FedExcoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal logistics partner providing worldwide shipping services. Partnership enables integrated shipping within the marketplace platform. Supports both standard deliveries and time-sensitive shipments.
• EngineStands.comcoreTechnology or IntegrationEngine stand leasing subsidiary offering 100+ engine stands for CFM56, LEAP, PW, V2500, GEnx, and other engine types. Warehouses located in Dubai, Vilnius, and Amsterdam. Provides rapid deployment within 24 hours.
• Surplus Inventory ManagementcoreTechnology or IntegrationOperational warehouses in Dubai and Vilnius handling consignment of surplus aviation parts, chemicals, consumables, and equipment. Manages global distribution and sales through the marketplace ecosystem.
• AB Avia Solutions GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company of UAB Locatory.com. Entity code: 302541648, address: Dariaus ir Gireno g. 21A, 02189 Vilnius, Lithuania. Represents the corporate umbrella under which Locatory.com operates.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• HEICO: HEICO is a major aerospace and electronics company with significant aftermarket parts distribution operations through its Flight Support and Aerospace segments. It represents an incumbent competitor in aviation parts.
• Lufthansa Technik: Lufthansa Technik is one of the world's largest MRO providers, offering parts services alongside its maintenance operations. It represents an incumbent competitor with deeper MRO integration than marketplace players.
• VAS Aero Services: VAS Aero Services is an established aviation parts distributor and aftermarket services provider, part of HEICO. It competes in parts distribution alongside marketplaces like Locatory.com with broader portfolio capabilities.

Direct peers

• Aeroxchange: Aeroxchange is an aviation parts marketplace originally founded by major airlines. It serves a similar buyer and seller base as Locatory.com with comparable digital RFQ and sourcing capabilities.
• AOG Parts: AOG Parts operates an aviation parts marketplace focused on urgent Aircraft-on-Ground (AOG) requirements. It targets similar customer segments as Locatory.com with emphasis on time-critical parts sourcing.
• ComponentControl (Quantum Control): ComponentControl provides aviation parts marketplace and inventory management software. Its QuoteManager and StockMarket products overlap with Locatory's marketplace and surplus inventory management offerings.
• PartsBase: PartsBase operates an aviation marketplace for parts sourcing, repair management, and MRO capabilities. It competes directly with Locatory.com in serving airlines, MROs, and distributors with similar digital sourcing tools.
• ILS (Inventory Locator Service): ILS is a leading aviation parts marketplace connecting buyers and sellers of aircraft components globally. It is the most direct competitor to Locatory.com with similar business model, customer base, and product offering.

Emerging players

• SkySelect: SkySelect is a digital aviation procurement platform focused on streamlining parts sourcing and supplier selection for airlines. It is an emerging competitor with narrower scope but similar digital-first approach.

Others

• Boeing Distribution Inc. Boeing Distribution (formerly Aviall) is a leading aerospace parts distributor serving commercial, business, and general aviation. As an OEM-affiliated distributor, it competes with Locatory for aftermarket parts volume.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@locatory8099
• Facebookfacebook.com/@Locatory
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/locatory-com
• Instagraminstagram.com/locatory.com_marketplace
• Xx.com/locatory

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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