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Pelico Secures Strategic Investment from AE Ventures

Pelico, an innovative platform renowned for orchestrating manufacturing processes, has recently announced a major strategic investment from AE Ventures, a leading venture capital arm of AE Industrial Partners. This notable development was revealed during the prestigious Farnborough International Airshow, highlighting the growing significance of AI technology in the aerospace and defense sectors.

The investment is not simply about financial backing; it integrates Pelico into the core ecosystem of the aerospace and defense industry, connecting it with key players including original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), suppliers, and operators. AE Ventures brings its extensive network and established industry relationships to facilitate Pelico's rapid expansion throughout North America, especially crucial in a landscape characterized by historical backlogs and intricate supply chain challenges.

Utilizing its advanced AI capabilities, Pelico's platform offers manufacturing teams a comprehensive overview of operations. This enhances their ability to anticipate disruptions, prioritize tasks effectively, and make decisions within hours instead of weeks. Companies such as Boeing, Safran, and Daikin have already implemented Pelico’s solutions, resulting in impressive outcomes such as a 40% reduction in part shortages, a 15% improvement in delivery timelines, and a 40% decrease in lead times.

Beyond manufacturing, Pelico's influence extends to maintenance operations in the aerospace industry. The execution of manufacturing directly impacts fleet readiness, and Boeing Global Services has already adopted Pelico's system to connect planning, procurement, and execution teams, thus enhancing the efficiency of complex maintenance and repair endeavors.

"Success in ramping up production within the aerospace sector hinges on manufacturing efficiency,” stated Tarik Benabdallah, CEO and co-founder of Pelico. He elaborated that the partnership with AE Ventures solidifies their role at the core of the aerospace and defense ecosystem, providing Pelico the breadth to scale operations across North America. "From production to maintenance, including our ongoing collaboration with Boeing Global Services, this partnership empowers the industry to meet its goals.”

AE Ventures partner, Tyler Rowe, emphasized the pressing challenge facing the aerospace industry—the need for effective execution to translate orders into deliveries. He noted that Pelico has proven that effective coordination makes a significant difference within high-stakes manufacturing environments. AE Ventures is committed to supporting Pelico by establishing the platform throughout its extensive network.

About Pelico

Founded in 2019 by Tarik Benabdallah, Mamoun Alaoui, and Jonathan Hickson, Pelico serves as a manufacturing coordination platform that helps factory teams foresee disruptions, align priorities, and act swiftly. The platform’s growing acceptance among top global manufacturers, including Boeing, Safran, and Daikin, attests to its transformative potential in the industry. For more information, visit www.pelico.ai.

About AE Industrial Partners

AE Ventures, the venture capital platform of AE Industrial Partners, is a private equity firm with a managed asset base of $9 billion as of March 31, 2026. They focus on specialized markets, including national security, aerospace, and industrial sectors. With over 50 early-stage investments under its belt, AE Ventures leverages industry insights, operational expertise, and a robust network to guide its portfolio companies toward success.