SCYTALYS, a leading Greek provider of Defense Interoperability Systems and a member of EFA GROUP, has announced the successful handover of the System Interoperability Kodal (SIK) program to the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI). This collaboration follows the completion...
In July 2024, Vietnam’s Bamboo Airways and Israel Aerospace Industries finalized a USD 36 million contract for aircraft engine maintenance and leasing. Under the agreement, Israel Aerospace Industries will provide maintenance for six CFM56-5B engines on Bamboo...
Airbus Helicopters in Thailand and the Thai Army Transportation Engineering School (ATE) have formalized an academic partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide internship opportunities in aircraft mechanics. Signed in June 2024 by Alexandre...
The Philippines is enhancing military collaborations with allies, notably with Canada, to strengthen its maritime surveillance capabilities. Utilizing Canada’s advanced satellite tracking system, the Philippines can now detect “dark” vessels, which operate...
Cathay and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on various sustainability initiatives, focusing on the development and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the Asia-Pacific region. This partnership aims to...
Qatar Airways Cargo and MASkargo, the cargo subsidiary of Malaysia Aviation Group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their collaborative cargo operations. This agreement follows an expanded codeshare arrangement between the two OneWorld...
According to FedEx Express’ president and CEO Richard Smith, the US transport giant FedEx is planning to enhance its logistics operations at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC). After over 30 years in the country, FedEx regards Vietnam as a...
PT Len Industri and Thales celebrated a significant milestone in May 2024 with the signing of a joint venture agreement in Jakarta. The ceremony was attended by the Deputy Minister of State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN), the President and CEO of Thales International, and...
The Singapore Army has started outfitting its infantry units with a new light machine gun (LMG) designed for close-quarters combat. Specifically, the army has been gradually introducing the 6940E-SG infantry automatic rifle since April 2024 to enhance soldiers’ combat...
The EDGE Group from the United Arab Emirates has announced a USD 27 million deal to provide Indonesian state-owned enterprise PT Pindad with an ammunition production line. This agreement marks another advancement in the Gulf defense conglomerate’s expansion into...
Vietnam Airlines, Vietnam’s national carrier, successfully conducted its inaugural flight utilizing Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel. The milestone flight involved refueling a Vietnam Airlines Airbus A321 with a blend of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at...
It has been revealed that Thailand’s air force chief plans to visit Sweden and the U.S. ¡ to discuss the procurement of new fighter jets, potentially including a technology transfer agreement to support Thailand’s developing arms industry. Air Chief...
