Pelico secured a strategic investment from AE Ventures, the venture capital platform of AE Industrial Partners, according to a joint announcement made on July 23, 2026, at the Farnborough International Airshow. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed by the companies.
AE Ventures Backs Manufacturing Orchestration Platform
The capital infusion connects Pelico directly into the aerospace and defense sector’s core ecosystem, according to company statements. As the venture arm of AE Industrial Partners—a private investment firm with $9.0 billion of assets under management as of March 31, 2026—AE Ventures brings a network of OEMs, suppliers, and strategic limited partners to accelerate Pelico’s expansion across North America. Pelico builds manufacturing orchestration software designed to give factory teams a single operational picture to anticipate disruptions, prioritize tasks, and resolve bottlenecks.
According to Pelico chief executive officer and co-founder Tarik Benabdallah, aerospace ramp-up is won or lost on the factory floor. Tyler Rowe, partner at AE Ventures, stated that the bottleneck in aerospace is execution and turning order books into deliveries, noting that Pelico proves orchestration moves the needle for demanding manufacturers.
Did You Know?
Pelico was founded in Paris in 2019 by Tarik Benabdallah, Mamoun Alaoui, and Jonathan Hickson. The platform has completed over 50 early-stage investments through its broader network, according to corporate disclosures.
Deploying AI to Target Supply Chain Backlogs
Industrial manufacturers face historic backlogs and multi-tier supply chain complexity. To combat these issues, companies including Boeing, Safran, and Daikin have deployed Pelico’s artificial intelligence-powered platform in as little as 12 weeks, according to company data.
Users report an average 40% reduction in parts shortages, a 15% improvement in on-time delivery, and a 40% reduction in cycle times. In aerospace sustainment, where shop-floor execution directly affects fleet readiness, Boeing Global Services utilizes Pelico to connect planning, supply, and execution teams around a shared operational picture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelico?
Pelico is a manufacturing orchestration platform founded in Paris in 2019 that empowers factory teams to anticipate disruptions, align priorities, and execute tasks rapidly.
Who is AE Ventures?
AE Ventures is the venture capital platform of AE Industrial Partners, a private investment firm focused on national security, aerospace, and industrial services.
Which major companies use Pelico?
Global manufacturers including Boeing, Safran, and Daikin have deployed Pelico’s platform across their operations.
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