Block Aero Technologies, a aviation blockchain platform, has announced strategic a partnership with Ascent Aviation Services to deliver a fully digital solution for Ascent’s reclamations business.
The collaboration will see aircraft disassembly and recycling workflows digitalised, giving customers real-time visibility throughout the process. It will also provide Ascent’s clients with direct access to the Chinese market through integration with the AFRA–CAAC Parts Registry Programme, a scheme designed to enhance compliance and traceability of aviation components.
As part of the agreement, Ascent will implement Block Aero’s suite of products — the Digital Asset Manager, MRO Manager and Registry Manager — to streamline operations, ensure adherence to regulatory standards and establish a digital product passport for every harvested part. This initiative is expected to set new benchmarks in transparency and accountability within the sector.
Customers will benefit from online access to collaborative project workspaces linked to each work order. These workspaces will allow all stakeholders to track progress, review documentation and monitor asset movements in real time, bringing an unprecedented level of openness to the reclamation process.
By combining Ascent’s operational expertise with Block Aero’s blockchain technology, the partnership is designed to strengthen regulatory compliance while improving efficiency and customer confidence. It represents a step forward in modernising aircraft disassembly practices, reducing reliance on paper-based systems and ensuring that critical data is captured and stored securely.
The integration of blockchain-enabled tools within Ascent’s operations is also expected to support broader industry goals, such as advancing sustainability through responsible recycling and providing robust digital records to support the growing market for used serviceable materials.
“We’re proud to bring our technology and market expertise to Ascent, enabling unmatched real-time project management, analytics, and customer visibility,” said Todd Siena, CEO of Block Aero Technologies. “Together, we’re setting a new standard for efficiency, trust, and market connectivity in the aviation aftermarket.”
