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Emirates begin construction on $5bn MRO facility
Emirates have begun construction on a high-tech US$5.1 billion MRO facility in Dubai South. Totalling 1.1 million square metres, once complete the building will be one of the world's largest by volume, as well as the largest steel structure in the Gulf. China Railway...
First look at the agenda for Aerospace Tech Week 2026
Aerospace Tech Week (ATW) have unveiled the agenda for the next edition of the event, taking place in November. This year the conference will be held in London for the first time, bringing together innovators across the industry while highlighting the UK's dynamic...
Pratt & Whitney to invest $100m in engine MRO
Engine manufacturers Pratt & Whitney have revealed they are investing more than US$100 million across three maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sites in a bid to reduce delays. Geared Turbofan (GTF) engines are the main targets for improving capacity....
Korean Air digitises engine MRO with Ramco Systems
Korean Air have gone live with Ramco Systems software at the heart of their engine maintenance system. Providing real-time operational data on output, costs, and performance, the system connects with a range of internal and external systems to streamline processes....
Ongoing conflict in Middle East will disrupt global MRO
The US-Israel attack on Iran has not only caused the cancellation and diversion of tens of thousands of flights: maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) will also be significantly disrupted. Iran's ongoing retaliatory strikes on Gulf states, including Bahrain,...
Airbus predict services demand in APAC will reach $138.7bn
Airbus's latest Global Services Forecast (GSF) for the Asia-Pacific region predicts that services demand in the region will reach US$138.7 billion by 2044. With a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%, APAC is set to be the most dynamic aviation services market...
Thai Airways advances plans for new MRO hub in Utapao
Thai Airways are awaiting approval from the board of directors to construct a US$418 million MRO hub at Utapao in Southeast Thailand. Work on the so-called 'smart hangar' would begin in 2027, with 2030 set as a targeted opening date. The proposed site lies beside...
Airbus says China will become world’s largest afterservices market
In a new report, Airbus predict that the centre of aviation's afterservices market is shifting eastwards. The manufacturing and technology firm's latest Global Services Forecast (GSF) asserts that the sector in China will more than double in value over the next 20...
Aerospace Tech Week is coming to London in 2026!
We are excited to announce a significant strategic update to Aerospace Tech Week 2026: the event will now take place in London, UK! Moving from Munich, Germany to the world-leading Excel exhibition centre means the event can better serve the evolving needs of the...
Most A320s back in service after solar radiation software issue
Airbus has reported that the majority of A320 and A320neo aircraft have returned to operation after being grounded suddenly on 28 November. A safety alert was issued after a JetBlue A320 experienced an uncontrolled descent lasting for several seconds during a flight...
British Airways chooses cloud-based MRO platform
British Airways (BA) have chosen MRO-PRO to digitise and manage the airline's entire line maintenance network. The partnership represents a significant advance in BA's modernisation strategy. Thanks to MRO-PRO's cloud-based software, the carrier can now tap real-time...
Can robotics address the MRO workforce shortage in aviation?
The aviation industry continues to struggle against high labour costs and skilled workforce shortages. And as the aircraft order backlog only goes up, effective maintenance and repair is more crucial than ever in keeping older aircraft in service for longer. Robotics...
Supply chain challenges could cost airlines $11 billion in 2025
A new report from IATA and Oliver Wyman, Reviving the Commercial Aircraft Supply Chain, forecasts that supply chain challenges could cost airlines more than US$11 billion in 2025. This is largely due to the slow pace of aircraft production, which has been exacerbated...
Why collaboration is key to accelerating predictive maintenance
Predictive maintenance using artificial intelligence (AI) and big data is a hot topic in aerospace, as airlines, airports, and engineers all strive to reduce downtime and optimise infrastructure efficiency. For many, however, implementing predictive maintenance...
IndiGo and Thales sign avionics maintenance contract
Avionics on IndiGo's fleet of 430 A320 Airbus aircraft will now be maintained by Thales. The new agreement lasts for 11 years, and includes IndiGo's growth plans to increase its fleet to 800 craft. Thales's Repair By The Hour (RBTH) and Avionics By The Hour (ABTH)...
Copenhagen Airport introduces AI auxiliary power unit (APU) monitoring
Copenhagen Airport (CPH) has introduced a new solution for real-time monitoring emissions from auxiliary power units (APUs). The Danish airport has rolled out Assaia's EmissionsControl technology across its stands. Airports often struggle to reduce APU emissions due...
Micheál Armstrong on How Airlines Can Tackle MRO Delays
Supply chain strain. Aircraft on the ground. Rising costs. The aviation industry is still dealing with the long tail of disruption post-COVID-and effective MRO inventory management may be the key to resilience. In this conversation, Micheál Armstrong, CEO of Armac...
Kquika: Advancing predictive maintenance with AI
Onsite at Aerospace Tech Week Europe, five winners of the Aerospace Tech Review (ATR) Awards were announced for the first time. The awards celebrate individuals and companies for their outstanding contributions to the aerospace industry in 2024. Each category featured...
Airbus secures nearly $10 billion in orders
The International Paris Air Show has been the meeting place for global aerospace for over a century. The event gathers manufacturers, airlines, lessors, and more to showcase the latest tech and sign major commercial deals. This year, Airbus bagged nearly $10 billion...
Leaders warn of the impact tariffs will have on the industry
Originally published World Aviation Festival Delta Air Lines, one of the most profitable airlines in the world, raised concerns about the impact Trump's tariffs could have on the industry. Late last week, these warnings came to light. With tariffs of nearly 10 per...