A Premier Event for the Aviation MRO Industry
The MRO Americas conference, held April 8–10, 2025, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA, brought together key players in aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). Among the many valuable conversations we had, one standout moment was our meeting with Matt Dill, Director of Comm Contract/Customer Admin & AMS at Nordam. Facilitated by Jim Fyrie of WTP Advisors, this interaction sparked a strategic discussion on how Transfer Pricing and IC-DISC could enhance Nordam’s financial framework.
Introducing Nordam
Headquartered at 1120 East Pine Street, Tulsa, OK 74116, Nordam is a globally recognized leader in aerospace manufacturing and component repair, known for its innovative solutions and export capabilities. With operations spanning international markets, Nordam is ideally positioned to benefit from financial strategies that align with their global footprint.
The Role of Transfer Pricing in Global Operations
Optimizing Cross-Border Transactions
During our conversation, Jim Fyrie introduced Matt to WTP Advisors’ Transfer Pricing services, explaining how they help multinational companies like Nordam:
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Optimize intercompany pricing
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Ensure compliance with OECD and IRS tax regulations
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Mitigate audit risks
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Efficiently allocate profits across borders
Given Nordam’s complex international operations, Transfer Pricing emerged as a powerful tool for managing tax exposure while supporting sustainable growth.
Supporting Strategic Expansion
Matt expressed particular interest in how Transfer Pricing could complement Nordam’s expansion plans. Jim Fyrie emphasized how WTP’s customized economic analyses can identify and justify arm’s-length pricing, reducing the chance of costly disputes while freeing capital for reinvestment in high-tech infrastructure. This approach aligns financial strategy with operational growth—an ideal match for a forward-thinking company like Nordam.
Unlocking Export Incentives with IC-DISC
A Smart Tax Strategy for Aerospace Exporters
As the conversation progressed, the focus shifted to IC-DISC (Interest Charge-Domestic International Sales Corporation)—a powerful tax incentive for U.S. exporters. Nordam’s global export of aerospace parts and components made this especially relevant.
Jim Fyrie explained how setting up an IC-DISC could:
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Defer federal income taxes on a portion of export income
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Improve cash flow
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Enable reinvestment into R&D, operations, or capital upgrades
Matt was intrigued by how IC-DISC could directly support Nordam’s innovation initiatives while enhancing tax efficiency.
Collaborative Insights at MRO Americas
Shared Visions and Strategic Alignment
The vibrant, collaborative environment at MRO Americas 2025 provided the perfect backdrop for exploring these topics. Matt Dill shared Nordam’s vision for maintaining excellence in aerospace repair and manufacturing, while Jim Fyrie recounted WTP Advisors’ success with other MRO clients, particularly in the areas of:
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Margin improvement
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Regulatory compliance
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Strategic tax planning
This mutual exchange underscored the shared priorities between WTP and Nordam, laying the foundation for a promising collaboration.
Looking Ahead: A Potential Strategic Partnership
Our interaction with Matt Dill was a true highlight of MRO Americas 2025. It reaffirmed the value of aligning financial innovation with industry expertise in the aviation sector. With Transfer Pricing and IC-DISC as key enablers, WTP Advisors is eager to support Nordam’s continued leadership in global aerospace solutions.
For aviation companies seeking tailored financial strategies, WTP Advisors delivers customized Transfer Pricing and IC-DISC solutions that support compliance, profitability, and growth.
Discover how we can help at www.wtpadvisors.com.