PT TransNusa Aviation Mandiri signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with AIROD Aerospace Technologies establishing a strategic alliance with the Malaysian aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) service provider.
In addition, TransNusa also signed a Standard Ground Handling Agreement (SGHA) with AIROD for Technical Handling of its aircrafts at Subang Airport. TransNusa became the first foreign airline to received approvals and start scheduled flights from Jakarta to Subang in August, this year. The airline currently operates daily scheduled flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Jakarta to Subang Airport.
TransNusa Group Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Bernard Francis said “Today’s MOU and SGHA will initially focus on the provision of MRO services by AIROD for our Airbus A320 aircraft family.”
He added that as stated in the MOU, AIROD will plan, develop and conduct dedicated inspections and maintenance work for TransNusa’s A320 family of aircrafts in Malaysia, starting December, this year.
“This is not a small undertaking as it reflects TransNusa’s commitment to passengers in ensuring that our aircraft operate at peak performance, adhering to the highest standards of safety and efficiency,” said Datuk Bernard, emphasising the importance of an MRO provider for an airline.
The signing of the MOU and SGHA took place at H76, AIROD Complex, Subang, Selangor. Datuk Bernard signed the MOU and SGHA on behalf of TransNusa while AIROD Aerospace Technology CEO, Datuk Firhad Uzir Abdul Rahim signed on behalf of his company.
Established in 1976, AIROD is one of Asia Pacific’s oldest MRO service provider. Since its privatisation in 1995, the company has provided MRO-related services to 76 customers, with a combination of commercial and military aircrafts, from 33 countries.
“As such, we acknowledge and appreciate AIROD’S vast experience and strength in providing world class quality depot level maintenance, aircraft customisation, and modifications, which also includes structural and avionics upgrades,” said Datuk Bernard
Datuk Bernard stressed, “This MOU is a crucial first step towards the development of a Maintenance Support Agreement, which will detail the binding commitments of both parties. Until then, this MOU represents our dedication to working collaboratively, exploring all viable options, and striving for operational excellence.”
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