Joey Smith on Growth and Heightened M&A Activity in the Global MRO Market

Joey Smith on Growth and Heightened M&A Activity in the Global MRO Market

April 10, 2026 · 34 min · Episode 244

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Joey Smith discusses the growth and opportunities in the global MRO market, focusing on mergers and acquisitions.

The aviation maintenance sector has seen rapid growth in demand in recent years. From aging fleets to parts and labor shortages, there are several factors contributing to this rising demand, and many ways MROs can respond. On this episode of the Aviation Pros Podcast, we speak with Joey Smith, aviation director at Cassel Salpeter & Co., about what’s driving growth in the global MRO market and how maintenance organizations can take advantage of the opportunities available, with a special focus on mergers and acquisitions.

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