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Michael Teoh has been appointed Head of Strategy at CargoTech

CargoTech appoints Michael Teoh as Head of Strategy

CargoTech, a prominent cargo technology group, has announced the appointment of Michael Teoh as Head of Strategy, a strategic move aimed at fast-tracking the digital transformation of the air cargo industry. Since joining CargoTech in early October 2024, Teoh has been tasked with steering the company’s strategic direction and overseeing its member portfolio. His primary […]

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Hainan Airlines has signed lease agreements for four Boeing 737 aircraft from lessor DAE

Hainan Airlines signs lease agreements with DAE

Hainan Airlines and Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) have signed new lease agreements for four Boeing 737-8 aircraft, scheduled for delivery in late 2025 and early 2026. DAE CEO Firoz Tarapore highlighted that the deal strengthens DAE’s relationship with Hainan Airlines, emphasising DAE’s commitment to meeting the airline’s evolving fleet requirements. These advanced Boeing 737-8 aircraft

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Rendering of the BACN eighth aircraft © Bombardier Defense

Bombardier Defense delivers eighth Global jet to USAF BACN programme

Bombardier Defense has announced the delivery of its eighth Global jet to the United States Air Force (USAF) for its Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) programme. This delivery is part of an ongoing multi-year contract between Bombardier and the USAF, valued at nearly US$465 million. Under previous agreements, Bombardier Defense has already delivered seven Global

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Signing of the new partnership between ASG and Maxposure Limited

ASG and Maxposure partner to launch advanced w-IFE system

Avionics Support Group, Inc. (ASG) has announced a pioneering partnership with Maxposure Limited, an industry innovator in media and entertainment solutions. This collaboration marks a new era in in-flight entertainment (IFE) with the launch of a cutting-edge wireless in-flight entertainment (w-IFE) system, specifically tailored for the Americas market. ASG, renowned for its comprehensive avionics solutions—including

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Following the Netherlands' acquisition of the C-390 Millennium aircraft, Embraer enhances its presence in the Netherlands through industrial and research participation

Embraer to supply training solutions for Dutch C-390 Millennium fleet

Embraer will provide a suite of training solutions for the Royal Netherlands Air Force’s C-390 Millennium fleet. The agreement includes a full-flight simulator, a cargo handling station trainer developed in collaboration with Rheinmetall, and a computer-based trainer (CBT) developed with ETI. All training solutions are expected to be operational by the end of 2026. “The

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Siemens

Siemens acquires Altair Engineering in US$10 billion deal

Siemens has announced its acquisition of Altair Engineering, a leading industrial simulation and analysis software provider, in a deal valued at US$10 billion, paying US$113 per share – a 19% premium over Altair’s last trading price. This strategic acquisition aims to deepen Siemens’ capabilities in digitalisation and sustainable innovation by integrating Altair’s expertise in high-performance

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An inspection is being conducted using Waygate Technologies’ Mentor Visual iQ+ borescope © GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace, Waygate unveil AI-enhanced borescope for engine inspection

GE Aerospace, in partnership with Waygate Technologies (Waygate), a Baker Hughes business, has launched a new AI-assisted borescope solution for commercial aviation engines. This breakthrough tool, soon to be available to Waygate customers and GE’s MRO network, marks the first achievement under the companies’ Joint Technology Development Agreement announced in May 2023. Focusing on AI-driven

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ECTS will provide training for Eve’s eVTOL aircraft pilots, maintenance technicians and ground handling personnel © Eve

Eve selects ECTS for eVTOL pilot and maintenance training

Eve Air Mobility (Eve) has appointed Embraer-CAE Training Services (ECTS) as its exclusive training provider for the new-generation of eVTOL aircraft. ECTS, a joint venture between Embraer and CAE Inc., will oversee training programmes for Eve’s eVTOL pilots, maintenance technicians and ground support teams, all under the newly launched Eve TechCare service portfolio, which offers

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SriLankan Airlines is joining the Board of Airline Representatives in Germany (BARIG)

SriLankan Airlines joins BARIG, strengthening ties between Germany and Sri Lanka

SriLankan Airlines, the national airline of Sri Lanka, has joined the Board of Airline Representatives in Germany (BARIG), an influential body advocating for the interests of both national and international airlines operating in Germany. This membership underscores SriLankan Airlines’ commitment to enhancing its presence in the German market while aligning itself with other international carriers

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