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New Straits Times
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Airod celebrates 40-year partnership with Lockheed Martin
LANGKAWI: Aerospace maintenance company Airod Sdn Bhd commemorated its 40-year partnership with United States defence giant Lockheed Martin at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (Lima '25). The milestone was marked during an appreciation ceremony recognising the longstanding collaboration between the two companies, particularly in the support and maintenance of the Royal Malaysian Air Force's (RMAF) fleet of C-130 Hercules aircraft. Airod, an authorised Hercules Service Centre, has played a key role in enhancing regional air capability and defence readiness through its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) expertise. National Aerospace and Defence Industry (NADI) group president Datuk Edron Hayata said the partnership between Airod and Lockheed Martin is not only enduring but foundational to the company's success as a global MRO leader. "For four decades, we have shared knowledge, technology and a commitment to excellence, ensuring the operational readiness of the C-130 fleet for Malaysia and our international clients." Meanwhile, Lockheed Martin Southeast Asia regional executive Robert Lain said the company valued its long-standing collaboration with Airod and recognised the Malaysian firm's critical contribution to the C-130 programme. "Their expertise and dedication in providing MRO services for the C-130 Hercules are invaluable to the RMAF's mission. "This ceremony at Lima '25 reaffirms our commitment to working closely with our Malaysian partners to ensure the continued success of the C-130 fleet," he said. Established in 1976 as Malaysia's first in-country depot-level maintenance facility, Airod was initially tasked with supporting the RMAF's C-130 fleet, including its engines, avionics and aerostructures. In 1984, the company was incorporated as a private limited entity through a joint venture between Aerospace Industries Malaysia (now known as NADI) and Lockheed Aircraft Systems International.
New Straits Times
22-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Lima '25: Airod, KAI sign NDA on FA-50M collaboration
LANGKAWI: Airod Sdn Bhd and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) have signed a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) to explore potential collaboration on the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of the Royal Malaysian Air Force's (RMAF) FA-50M light combat aircraft. The agreement, signed on the sidelines of the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (Lima '25), paves the way for both parties to evaluate business opportunities involving the FA-50M, its engines and installed components. Airod, in a statement, said the NDA will enable the exchange of proprietary information to identify areas of mutual interest, particularly in supporting the RMAF's newly acquired fleet. Both companies acknowledged the strategic importance of the FA-50M programme and expressed commitment to combining Airod's extensive local expertise in MRO with KAI's capabilities as the original equipment manufacturer of the aircraft. National Aerospace and Defence Industries (NADI) group president Datuk Edron Hayata said the agreement marked a key milestone in Airod's efforts to contribute to the long-term sustainability of the RMAF's FA-50M fleet. "We are pleased to formalise our discussions with KAI through this NDA. The RMAF's acquisition of the FA-50M is a significant development, and Airod is eager to explore how our local expertise can contribute to the long-term support and sustainability of this advanced platform for Malaysia's defence." Meanwhile, KAI executive vice president Park Gyung Eun said the NDA reflected the company's strong relationship with Malaysia and the RMAF. "This NDA with Airod is a crucial first step in identifying potential synergies and collaboration opportunities that will ensure the efficient and effective support of the FA-50M fleet in Malaysia. We look forward to a productive dialogue with Airod," he said. At Lima '23, the Defence Ministry signed a contract for the acquisition of 18 FA-50M, valued at roughly RM4 billion. The FA-50Ms will replace the ageing BAE Systems Hawk 108/208 aircraft, which have been in service with the RMAF since 1995.
New Straits Times
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Airod, Satys ink joint venture agreement to enhance Malaysia's aircraft MRO sector
KUALA LUMPUR: Aerospace engineering company Airod Sdn Bhd has signed a joint venture agreement with Satys Aircraft Painting to boost the capabilities of Malaysia's aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector, particularly in exterior finishing and aircraft painting. Headquartered in France, Satys is a global expert in aircraft painting, sealing, and surface finishing, providing services to major original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and airlines worldwide. In a joint statement, the two companies said their synergy aims to support the Asia-Pacific region's commercial and military aviation sectors. They said the partnership is expected to stimulate job creation, knowledge transfer, and capacity development, aligning with Malaysia's Aerospace Master Plan and strengthening Sarawak's aspirations in the growing aerospace industry. Airod director Datuk Firhad Uzir Rahim said the collaboration with Satys would bring world-class technology and services into the country's local ecosystem. "This marks a significant milestone in the development of Malaysia's aerospace sector and aligns with the government's aspiration to establish Malaysia as a regional aerospace hub," he said. Meanwhile, Saty's chief executive officer, Christophe Cador, said the partnership reflects their confidence in Malaysia's aerospace industry and sets a new benchmark for MRO in the region. The signing ceremony took place at the Courtyard Marriott in Toulouse, France, and was witnessed by Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The event was also attended by senior leaders and guests from Airod and Satys, as well as key representatives from the Sarawak state government.
Borneo Post
05-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Premier witnesses Airod-Satys agreement signing in France, collaboration to boost M'sia's aerospace ecosystem
Abang Johari (fourth left) is seen at the signing between Airod represented by Firhad Uzir (second right) and Satys represented by Cador. – Photo from Facebook/Sarawakku KUCHING (May 5): Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is now in Toulouse, France for a two-day working visit. Flying in from London yesterday (local time) after a weeklong working visit to the United Kingdom, he witnessed the signing of a collaboration agreement between Kuala Lumpur-based Airod Sdn Bhd and French industrial and international group Satys. According to the Premier's official Facebook page Sarawakku, this collaboration is anticipated to stimulate growth, drive technological advancement, and unlock new opportunities within Malaysia's aerospace ecosystem particularly in supporting Sarawak's aspirations in the sector. Airod is Malaysia's premier aerospace maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) organisation, while Satys is a French company renowned for its expertise in aircraft painting and sealing. The agreement was formalised through an exchange of official documents between Airod Aerospace Technology chief executive officer (CEO) Datuk Firhad Uzir Abdul Rahim and Satys CEO Christopher Cador. Also present to witness the signing ceremony were Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan; Minister of Transport Sarawak Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin; State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki; State Attorney General Dato Sri Saferi Ali; State Financial Secretary Dato Sri Dr Wan Lizozman Wan Omar; Deputy State Secretary (Economic Planning and Development) Dato Sri Dr Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel; and Nadi Group chairman Tan Sri Ahmad Johan. Today (local time), the Premier and his delegation are scheduled to visit the Airbus and ATR facilities located near Toulouse. According to the Sarawak Public Communication Unit (Ukas), the second day of the Premier's working visit to Toulouse will begin with a visit to the final assembly plant of ATR, a world-leading turboprop aircraft manufacturer in France. The delegation will be taken to the ATR Final Assembly Line facility on Route de Bayonne and given a comprehensive briefing on the aircraft assembly process. They will then head to the ATR Headquarters and ATR Customer Experience Studio to review the company's latest innovations and customer experience approach. Next, the delegation will depart for the Airbus Campus in Blagnac and attend a lunch and professional networking session at the Airspace Customer Showroom – Agoahub, hosted by Airbus International president Wouter van Wersch. The working visit will continue with a comprehensive tour of the Airbus customer showroom, before the delegation moves on to the A350 final assembly plant where the delegation will have the opportunity to witness the final assembly process of one of the world's most advanced commercial aircraft. abang johari Airbus Airod Sdn Bhd ATR lead Satys Toulouse
