Turboprop manufacturer ATR is strengthening its partnership with Skyways Technics’ Malaysian branch, to further support aftermarket needs in the Asia-Pacific region. The synergy will offer support and facilitate the management of sensitive structural component repairs such as leading-edge repairs, flight controls and flaps. This deeper relationship will offer operators a repair solution at a more attractive price, with greater technical support.
Benjamin Nielsen, chief executive officer and owner of Skyways Technics A/S commented: “We are proud to partner with ATR, whose leadership of the regional aviation market shows both the quality and importance of their aircraft. With the industry facing its worst ever crisis, now it is vital to offer airlines innovative and creative solutions to keep their aircraft and passengers flying. Partnerships such as this one will play an important role in supporting the recovery of operators, who are continuing to supply essential connectivity to the communities that they serve throughout the Asia Pacific region.”
David Brigante, senior vice president for Programmes and Customer Support at ATR remarked: “As a manufacturer we are always looking for opportunities to improve our offer to our airlines and customers. This partnership allows us to consolidate and improve our GMA offer. Operators can benefit from the best of both worlds; a specialised repair partner and the manufacturer’s expertise. Skyways Technics’ strong local presence in Asia Pacific also guarantees our operators in the region the best quality Leading Edge, Flap, and Flight Control repairs, managed in a timely and cost-effective manner.”
Skyways Technics A/S is a European EASA and FAA part 145 approved MRO focused on the maintenance of regional aircraft from its hangar facilities in Billund and Sonderborg, Denmark. Furthermore, Skyways Technics A/S is focused on spare parts support to aircraft operators and lessors around the world. The headquarters is located in Sonderborg, Denmark, where sales, purchasing, and administrative functions are centralised. In addition, the company has a subsidiary with structure repair facilities located in Kuala Lumpur/Malaysia and sales offices located in Dubai/UAE and Miami/Florida/USA.
ATR is the world number one regional aircraft manufacturer with its ATR 42 and 72 aircraft the best-selling aircraft in the less than 90-seat market segment. ATR is a joint-venture between Airbus and Leonardo.