GKN Aerospace has strengthened its leadership in the aero-engine sector by announcing plans to expand the capacity and efficiency of its advanced manufacturing facility in Trollhättan, Sweden. The new production area, set to be fully operational by 2026, will incorporate the latest digital factory processes to support the global aerospace industry’s increasing demand. The investment
Kellstrom Aerospace has announced the relocation of its Asia office to Aerospace Park, Singapore. This strategic move highlights Kellstrom Aerospace Group’s commitment to expanding in Asia, which includes Kellstrom Aerospace, Vortex Aviation and The Aircraft Group. Along with the addition of new team members in the region, the company is well-positioned to enhance its services
Bird Aviation has announced the construction of a new hangar at the old Larnaca Airport, marking a significant expansion of its operations with the addition of a narrow-body aircraft bay. The project, which is being built adjacent to the company’s existing hangar, has already commenced and is scheduled for completion in the coming months. The
StandardAero has signed a non-exclusive agreement with Turkish airline Corendon Airlines to provide maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services for the CFM International LEAP-1B engines powering the carrier’s Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. This agreement marks the extension of the two companies’ existing relationship, as Corendon also operates Boeing 737-800 aircraft with CFM56-7B engines, which
SkySelect has announced a successful partnership with MTU Maintenance, the MRO division of MTU Aero Engines, to modernise and optimise their engine parts sourcing processes. This collaboration marks a key step in the digital transformation of MTU Maintenance, specialising in aero engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). With operations spanning Europe, Asia, and the Americas,
American Airlines has unveiled plans to create nearly 500 new aviation maintenance positions and expand heavy maintenance operations at its bases in Charlotte, North Carolina; Pittsburgh; and Tulsa, Oklahoma. This increase in headcount will enable the airline to undertake more heavy maintenance work at these sites. “This growth enhances our maintenance capacity and ensures long-term
AerFin has announced the opening of a new office in Singapore, further extending its global footprint. This new location adds to AerFin’s existing offices in London Gatwick, Cardiff, Dublin, and Miami, establishing a local presence in some of the world’s premier aviation and aerospace hubs. The Singapore office, located in Raffles Place, will be led
CORAX, a specialist in aviation components and innovator in the industry, has announced two major developments; the opening of a new sales office in Singapore and the appointment of Mr Malone Pun as Sales and Purchasing Manager for the APAC region. Malone brings a wealth of experience to CORAX, offering fresh insights and strategic vision.
HAECO has announce that it has commenced providing heavy maintenance services, including D-Checks, for Philippine Airlines’ Airbus A321 aircraft at its Xiamen facility, starting in August 2024. The initial maintenance agreement was first established in 1999, and since then, HAECO has performed over 40 maintenance inputs for the Philippines’ flag carrier at its well-equipped hangar
Egyptair Maintenance & Engineering (Egyptair M&E) has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Airbus. This partnership strengthens Egyptair M&E’s position as a global leader in aviation maintenance and repair services (MRO). As part of the MoU, Egyptair M&E will undergo the Airbus airframe MRO supplier qualification process, showcasing its compliance with
