Bangkok Airways is preparing to place an order for up to 30 new aircraft as part of its fleet renewal strategy and to accommodate the anticipated growth in tourism, particularly driven by the success of the television series The White Lotus. The airline plans to...
The Government of Singapore has announced a 12.4% increase in its defence budget for FY 2025, raising it to SGD 23.4 billion (USD 17.4 billion), the largest allocation among government expenditures. This boost will fund major military acquisitions, including two...
Vietnam is set to boost its artillery capabilities through a USD 276 million agreement with South Korea for 20 K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzers. This marks a key milestone, as it is Vietnam’s first-ever procurement of South Korean defense equipment. The K9 Thunder,...
Sanad, a global leader in aerospace engineering and leasing solutions wholly owned by Mubadala Investment Company PJSC, has established a five-year partnership with Lion Air, Indonesia’s largest privately owned airline. Under this agreement, the UAE company will...
New NAIA Infrastructure Corp. (NNIC) has partnered with Collins Aerospace, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation, to modernise Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) with advanced airport technologies aimed at improving efficiency and the passenger experience. Starting...
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) has confirmed an order for 30 new Boeing aircraft as part of its ongoing fleet renewal program. This strategic move aims to modernize MAG’s narrowbody fleet and enhance operational efficiency across its network The purchase includes 18...
Vietnam’s budget airline Vietjet is taking a bold step into AI-driven operational efficiency by signing a strategic partnership with OpenAirlines, a France-based firm specializing in AI-powered aviation solutions. This collaboration will make Vietjet the first airline...
UAE-based EDGE Group has expanded its collaboration with Malaysian defense firm Ketech Asia, an advanced ammunition manufacturer and firearms solutions provider, to enhance the production of the CAR 816 assault rifle in Malaysia through its small arms division,...
Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd. (KAI) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Indonesian company Prima Duta Sejati to train and recruit Indonesian workers for the aerospace sector. The agreement was formalized last month during a ceremony in Jakarta,...
Vietnam has taken a major step in advancing its telecommunications infrastructure by approving a pilot program that allows foreign investors to participate in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite services without restrictions on ownership or capital contributions. The...
Thailand is planning to expand its presence in the aircraft maintenance industry by developing Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) into a major Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) hub. This initiative, led by Airports of Thailand (AOT), aims to cater to the growing demand...
The Philippine Navy is set to acquire two submarines under the final phase of its military modernization program (Horizon Three) to strengthen maritime defense. AFP Chief of Staff Gen. Romeo Brawner confirmed the plan, calling it a long-term goal for the archipelagic...
