Gulf Air, Bahrain's national carrier, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Jordan Aircraft Maintenance Limited (Joramco), the Amman-based maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility and a subsidiary of Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE). This agreement aims to expand joint MRO services, building on a longstanding partnership that has seen over 250 heavy maintenance checks completed since 2009.
The MoU was signed at the Bahrain Airshow 2024 by Gulf Air Group CEO Dr Jeffrey Goh and Joramco CEO Fraser Currie. It marks a significant step towards developing the carrier's MRO capabilities in Bahrain, including potential new hangar facilities. This collaboration seeks to leverage Joramco's extensive expertise and the operational synergies cultivated over 15 years.
“Gulf Air is in a position to enhance its MRO services and offer them to in-house and 3rd party operators. I was happy to visit Joramco recently and I believe there are opportunities to collaborate further; especially that we are all experiencing increased industry demand for capacity” said Dr Jeffrey Goh, Gulf Air Group CEO.
Fraser Currie, CEO of Joramco, commented, “We are delighted to enter into this new MOU with our esteemed partner Gulf Air as they explore new and exciting strategic opportunities for MRO services. Joramco and Gulf Air have enjoyed a trusted partnership since 2009, and we now seek to grow that trust for the mutual benefit of both partners.”
This agreement reflects the airlines' commitment to strengthening its operational capabilities and supporting the development of Bahrain's aviation sector.
