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Hans India
29-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Lokesh invites Airbus to build MRO hub in AP
Singapore: Minister for Education, IT, and Electronics Nara Lokesh on Monday extended a formal invitation to Airbus to establish a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) hub in the state. The proposal came during a key meeting with Anand Stanley, president of Airbus Asia Pacific, held as part of Minister Lokesh's official visit to Singapore to discuss strategic opportunities in the aviation sector. Lokesh highlighted the pressing need for a dedicated MRO hub in India, positioning Andhra Pradesh as the ideal location. He pointed to India's high aircraft density and the burgeoning demand from neighboring countries, including Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan, as well as the broader Southeast Asian market, creating a robust captive market for MRO services. "Our proposed MRO hub will significantly reduce ferry times and operational costs for Indian airlines and enhance aircraft availability," stated the Minister. "It also opens up opportunities for servicing aircraft from neighbouring nations, positioning Andhra Pradesh as a key regional player." He underscored Airbus's significant growth trajectory in India, noting that over 850 Airbus aircraft are currently operational in the country. Furthermore, India is projected to require approximately 1,750 new aircraft over the next two decades, with Airbus currently holding a dominant 65–70 percent market share in India's commercial aviation sector, primarily driven by the narrow-body A320 family. The minister emphasised Andhra Pradesh's strategic potential to emerge as South Asia's leading MRO hub, promising efficient service to both Indian and regional carriers. He assured Stanley that the state is prepared to develop a comprehensive, world-class MRO ecosystem, aligning with Singapore's stringent operational and maintenance standards. He concluded by extending a formal invitation to Anand Stanley to visit Andhra Pradesh to personally explore the infrastructure and policy support available to aviation industry leaders.
CNA
05-06-2025
- Business
- CNA
Southeast Asia a glue between the powerhouses of India, China: Airbus
CNA's Yasmin Jonkers speaks to Airbus Asia-Pacific President Anand Stanley at the IATA Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit in New Delhi, India. He delves into the strength of Southeast Asia's aviation market.
The Star
25-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Airbus eyes making Thailand Asia-Pacific aviation hub with new operations centre
BANGKOK: Anand Stanley (pic), President of Airbus for the Asia-Pacific region, announced that Thailand is emerging as a global leader in aviation, with rapid growth in the aviation industry, aviation technology, and aircraft orders. Airbus sees Thailand not just as a hub for Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services but as a significant centRE for advanced technology and engineering within the region's aviation sector. Stanley pointed out that the Asia-Pacific region is the fastest-growing aviation market in the world, and Airbus forecasts a demand for about 20,000 new aircraft in the region over the next 20 years, accounting for half of the global aircraft demand. Thailand is identified as one of the largest markets within this growth, he said. 'This year, we expect to deliver a total of 820 aircraft globally, with the majority of orders coming from the Asia-Pacific region,' he said. 'In Thailand, Airbus aircraft are operated by Thai Airways International, Bangkok Airways, Thai AirAsia, and Thai VietJet. Soon, Thai Airways will be launching its A321neo aircraft, featuring a new business-class seating configuration by the end of this year.' Stanley further emphasised that Airbus is committed to supporting Thailand's aviation industry, contributing to the country's economic development. The aviation sector in Thailand plays a key role in employment, with over 130,000 jobs and contributing over seven per cent to the country's GDP before the Covid-19 pandemic. Thailand is also recognised as a leader in sustainability in the region. Additionally, Airbus believes Thailand has the potential to produce more than five million tonnes of SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) annually. The country's agricultural sector, which can provide excellent raw materials for SAF production—such as molasses, rice straw, corn stalks, and animal waste—aligns with Airbus's commitment to working with the Thai government and SAF producers to promote sustainable aviation fuel production. To further underscore its commitment to Thailand, Airbus has invested in a new 1,200-square-metre office in the country, which also houses NAVBLUE, Airbus's digital aviation operations unit. The new office will serve as a testing and verification centre for software solutions before delivery to global airline customers. It will also function as a regional operations hub to support and assist aircraft customers across the Asia-Pacific region in real time. - The Nation/ANN
Malaysia Sun
22-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysia Sun
Airbus in talks with Malaysian airlines for its A220 planes
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia: Airbus is in discussions with Malaysian airlines to introduce its A220 aircraft, the company's Asia-Pacific president Anand Stanley told state news agency Bernama. Stanley said the European planemaker sees significant demand for the A220 in Malaysia, where around 150 Airbus commercial planes are already in operation and where the company expects approximately 400 further orders in the future. "We see a lot of potential demand coming from Malaysia," Stanley said, adding that while talks are ongoing, he could not specify a timeline for potential orders. Malaysia is the third-largest market for Airbus in the Asia-Pacific region after China and India. Budget carrier AirAsia already operates a large fleet of A320 and A330 planes, while Malaysia Airlines runs a widebody fleet comprising several Airbus models. The report did not disclose which airlines Airbus was negotiating with. Last month, Malaysia Airlines' parent company, Malaysia Aviation Group, announced plans to acquire 20 Airbus A330neo jets by 2028, with two already in service and another eight expected to be delivered this year. Airbus reported delivering 192 aircraft as of May this year, a five percent decline from the same period in 2024. However, the company reaffirmed its annual target of 820 commercial deliveries, a seven percent increase, despite ongoing delays in receiving engines.
India Gazette
22-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Airbus in talks with Malaysian airlines for its A220 planes
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia: Airbus is in discussions with Malaysian airlines to introduce its A220 aircraft, the company's Asia-Pacific president Anand Stanley told state news agency Bernama. Stanley said the European planemaker sees significant demand for the A220 in Malaysia, where around 150 Airbus commercial planes are already in operation and where the company expects approximately 400 further orders in the future. "We see a lot of potential demand coming from Malaysia," Stanley said, adding that while talks are ongoing, he could not specify a timeline for potential orders. Malaysia is the third-largest market for Airbus in the Asia-Pacific region after China and India. Budget carrier AirAsia already operates a large fleet of A320 and A330 planes, while Malaysia Airlines runs a widebody fleet comprising several Airbus models. The report did not disclose which airlines Airbus was negotiating with. Last month, Malaysia Airlines' parent company, Malaysia Aviation Group, announced plans to acquire 20 Airbus A330neo jets by 2028, with two already in service and another eight expected to be delivered this year. Airbus reported delivering 192 aircraft as of May this year, a five percent decline from the same period in 2024. However, the company reaffirmed its annual target of 820 commercial deliveries, a seven percent increase, despite ongoing delays in receiving engines.
