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Web Release
06-03-2025
- Automotive
- Web Release
Sanad and Lion Air Sign a New Landmark MRO Agreement, Expanding Sanad's Presence in Southeast Asia
Sanad, the global aerospace engineering and leasing solutions leader wholly owned by Abu Dhabi's sovereign investor Mubadala Investment Company PJSC (Mubadala), has entered into a new five-year partnership with Lion Air, Indonesia's largest privately-owned airline. Through this agreement, Sanad will provide comprehensive MRO services for V2500 engines which power Lion Air's Airbus A320 fleet, including aircraft operated by Batik Air and Super Air Jet. The agreement was signed in the presence of H.E. Abdulla Salem Obaid Salem AlDhaheri, UAE Ambassador to Indonesia and ASEAN, signed by Mansoor Janahi, Managing Director and Group CEO of Sanad, and Dennis Kirana, Vice CEO Batam Aero Technics, underscoring the strengthening economic and aviation ties between the UAE and Indonesia. The deal directly supports the UAE-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which aims to increase bilateral trade to $10 billion annually by 2026. Central to this partnership is the V2500 engine, manufactured by International Aero Engine, which has been a cornerstone of aviation since entering the market in 1989. Today, it powers more than 2,600 aircraft and serves more than 170 operators globally, accumulating an impressive 275 million flight hours, a testament to its efficiency, reliability, and durability. As of 2023, over 5,280 V2500 engines are in service worldwide, underscoring its continued relevance in modern aviation. Sanad will leverage its state-of-the-art facilities in Abu Dhabi to service Lion Air's V2500 engine fleet. Having maintained over 250 V2500 engines in the last five years, Sanad remains the sole V2500 full overhaul service provider in the Middle East since 2012. This new agreement further bolsters Sanad's position as a leading independent MRO service provider and as a trusted partner for the world's leading airlines. Lion Air, one of Southeast Asia's largest fleet operators, currently owns a fleet of over 310 aircraft. This new deal extended to include MRO services for V2500 engines used by Super Air Jet and Batik Air, both subsidiaries of Lion Air. Together, these airlines operate more than 65 aircraft powered by V2500 engines. Mansoor Janahi, Managing Director and Group CEO at Sanad, said: 'The new agreement with Lion Air, the largest airline in Indonesia by fleet size, further strengthens Sanad's global market presence and solidifies Abu Dhabi's position as a leading center for innovative solutions. This partnership represents a new addition to Sanad's growing customer base and builds upon its existing partnerships with Indonesian carriers, reinforcing our focus on the Southeast Asia region—the fastest-growing aviation market globally. More importantly, it reflects the successful relationship between the UAE and Indonesia in advancing economic and industrial cooperation.' Dennis Kirana, Vice CEO Batam Aero Technics, Lion Air Group, added: 'Sanad's expertise and capabilities in maintaining our V2500 fleet make them the perfect partner. This partnership is vital for ensuring the continued efficiency, safety, and reliability of our V2500 fleet, which is crucial to our operations. Furthermore, this agreement represents more than just a business deal—it is a strategic collaboration that reflects the strong and growing ties between Indonesia and the UAE in the aviation sector.' With over 38 years of experience in aircraft engine MRO, Sanad has serviced more than 600 V2500 engines since 2012. Its extensive client base includes over 30 airlines and 10 strategic partners from across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. This partnership further cements Sanad's role as a leading independent MRO provider, contributing to Abu Dhabi's growing reputation as a global aviation hub and aligning with the UAE's strategic vision of economic and industrial development in international markets.
Gulf Business
05-03-2025
- Automotive
- Gulf Business
Mubadala's Sanad, Lion Air sign a new key MRO agreement
Sanad, the global aerospace engineering and leasing solutions leader wholly owned by Abu Dhabi's Mubadala Investment Company, has entered into a five-year partnership with Indonesia's Lion Air to provide maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for V2500 engines powering its Airbus A320 fleet. The deal reinforces UAE-Indonesia economic cooperation, aligning with the UAE-Indonesia comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA), which targets $10bn in annual trade by 2026. The V2500 engine, produced by International Aero Engine, has powered commercial aircraft since 1989, with more than 2,600 in operation across 170 airlines worldwide, accumulating over 275 million flight hours. As of 2023, more than 5,280 V2500 engines remain in active service. Sanad will leverage its Abu Dhabi-based facilities to service Lion Air's V2500 fleet. Having overhauled more than 250 V2500 engines in the past five years, Sanad has been the sole V2500 full overhaul provider in the Middle East since 2012. This partnership strengthens its position as a key independent MRO provider serving leading global airlines. Lion Air, Southeast Asia's largest privately owned airline, operates a fleet of over 310 aircraft. The agreement extends to include Batik Air and Super Air Jet, subsidiaries of Lion Air, which collectively operate more than 65 V2500-powered aircraft. Sanad-Lion Air: Strategic industry collaboration Mansoor Janahi, MD and group CEO at Sanad, stated: 'This agreement with Lion Air, Indonesia's largest airline by fleet size, reinforces our market presence and further establishes Abu Dhabi as a hub for advanced aviation solutions. It also strengthens our ties with Southeast Asia, the fastest-growing aviation market globally, and highlights the UAE's commitment to expanding economic and industrial collaboration with Indonesia.' Dennis Kirana, vice CEO of Batam Aero Technics, added: 'Sanad's expertise in maintaining our V2500 fleet makes them the ideal partner. This collaboration ensures the continued efficiency, safety, and reliability of our operations, while also reinforcing the deepening aviation ties between Indonesia and the UAE.' With over 38 years of experience in aircraft engine MRO, Sanad has serviced more than 600 V2500 engines since 2012, supporting more than 30 airlines and 10 strategic partners across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. The partnership strengthens Sanad's role as a leading independent MRO provider while contributing to Abu Dhabi's growing reputation as a global aviation hub and aligning with the UAE's vision for international industrial expansion.
Gulf Business
05-03-2025
- Automotive
- Gulf Business
Mubadala's Sanad, Lion Air sign key MRO agreement
Image: Sanad The deal reinforces UAE-Indonesia economic cooperation, aligning with the UAE-Indonesia comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA), which targets $10bn in annual trade by 2026. Strengthening global aviation ties The V2500 engine, produced by International Aero Engine, has powered commercial aircraft since 1989, with more than 2,600 in operation across 170 airlines worldwide, accumulating over 275 million flight hours. As of 2023, more than 5,280 V2500 engines remain in active service. Sanad will leverage its Abu Dhabi-based facilities to service Lion Air's V2500 fleet. Having overhauled more than 250 V2500 engines in the past five years, Sanad has been the sole V2500 full overhaul provider in the Middle East since 2012. This partnership strengthens its position as a key independent MRO provider serving leading global airlines. Lion Air, Southeast Asia's largest privately owned airline, operates a fleet of over 310 aircraft. The agreement extends to include Batik Air and Super Air Jet, subsidiaries of Lion Air, which collectively operate more than 65 V2500-powered aircraft. A strategic industry collaboration for Sanad Mansoor Janahi, MD and group CEO at Dennis Kirana, vice CEO of Batam Aero Technics, added: ' With over 38 years of experience in aircraft engine MRO, Sanad has serviced more than 600 V2500 engines since 2012, supporting more than 30 airlines and 10 strategic partners across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, the Americas and Asia. The partnership strengthens
Zawya
05-03-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
Sanad, Lion Air sign 5-year MRO agreement for V2500 engines
ABU DHABI - Sanad, wholly owned by Abu Dhabi's sovereign investor Mubadala Investment Company, has entered into a new five-year partnership with Lion Air, Indonesia's largest privately-owned airline. Through this agreement, Sanad will provide comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for V2500 engines, which power Lion Air's Airbus A320 fleet, including aircraft operated by Batik Air and Super Air Jet. The agreement was signed by Mansoor Janahi, Managing Director and Group CEO of Sanad, and Dennis Kirana, Vice CEO Batam Aero Technics, in the presence of Abdulla Salem Obaid Salem AlDhaheri, UAE Ambassador to Indonesia and ASEAN. Central to this partnership is the V2500 engine, manufactured by International Aero Engine, which has been a cornerstone of aviation since entering the market in 1989. Today, it powers more than 2,600 aircraft and serves more than 170 operators globally, accumulating an impressive 275 million flight hours, a testament to its efficiency, reliability, and durability. As of 2023, over 5,280 V2500 engines are in service worldwide, underscoring its continued relevance in modern aviation. Sanad will leverage its state-of-the-art facilities in Abu Dhabi to service Lion Air's V2500 engine fleet. Having maintained over 250 V2500 engines in the last five years, Sanad remains the sole V2500 full overhaul service provider in the Middle East since 2012. This new agreement further bolsters Sanad's position as a leading independent MRO service provider and as a trusted partner for the world's leading airlines. Lion Air, one of Southeast Asia's largest fleet operators, currently owns a fleet of over 310 aircraft. This new deal extended to include MRO services for V2500 engines used by Super Air Jet and Batik Air, both subsidiaries of Lion Air. Together, these airlines operate more than 65 aircraft powered by V2500 engines. Janahi stated the agreement with Lion Air, Indonesia's largest airline by fleet size, strengthens Sanad's global presence and reinforces Abu Dhabi as a hub for innovation. It expands Sanad's customer base and builds on existing partnerships with Indonesian carriers, aligning with its focus on Southeast Asia, the world's fastest-growing aviation market. The deal also highlights the strong economic and industrial ties between the UAE and Indonesia. Kirani said, "Sanad's expertise and capabilities in maintaining our V2500 fleet make them the perfect partner. This partnership is vital for ensuring the continued efficiency, safety, and reliability of our V2500 fleet, which is crucial to our operations."
