MRO Business Today

ST Engineering secures S$2.9bn in Q2 contracts led by strong aerospace MRO demand

ST Engineering has secured $2.9 billion in new contracts during the second quarter of 2026, with its Commercial Aerospace business accounting for S$1.2 billion of the total as airlines continue to invest in aircraft maintenance, engine services and cabin upgrades.

Royal Jordanian selects Ramco Systems to drive digital MRO transformation

Royal Jordanian Airlines has selected Ramco Systems’ Aviation Software following a comprehensive evaluation of global aviation software solutions. The deployment is aimed at strengthening the airline’s operational efficiency, maintenance capabilities and digital infrastructure as it modernises its fleet and expands its network.

AAR hosts FAA maintenance leadership at Greensboro engineering and MRO facilities

DAE signs purchase-leaseback deal with Saudia for four Boeing 777F aircraft

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has signed a purchase agreement with Saudia for four new Boeing 777F aircraft. The aircraft will be leased back to Saudia under long-term lease agreements.

The aircraft are scheduled for delivery between October 2026 and May 2027. The deal will support Saudia’s cargo operations and expand its freighter fleet.

SETNA iO acquires A320neo airframe and GTF PW1100 QEC components

SETNA iO has acquired a 2019-vintage Airbus A320neo airframe along with two sets of GTF PW1100 quick engine change (QEC) components as part of its efforts to expand its aircraft material portfolio.

The A320neo features the latest-generation avionics, cockpit systems and flight control surface technology. The aircraft will be dismantled at the ecube Solutions facility in Castellón, Spain, with its components recovered for further use.

Singapore Airlines appoints Aswin K as General Manager, India

Singapore Airlines (SIA) has appointed Aswin K as its new GM, India, effective August 1, 2026. He succeeds Sy Yen Chen, who held the position for more than five years and played a key role in strengthening the airline’s presence in the Indian market.

Summit Aviation appoints Victor Kriger as CFO

Victor Kriger has taken over as Chief Financial Officer at Summit Aviation, effective July 27. He will oversee the company’s financial strategy, planning, reporting and decision support.

Kriger’s appointment comes as part of a planned leadership transition ahead of the retirement of Joyce Price Morales, who has served Summit Aviation for more than 39 years. Kriger and Morales will work together during the transition period to ensure a smooth handover of responsibilities.

Teledyne GroundLink Edge computing platform receives FAA Approval for Boeing 737

Teledyne Controls has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for its GroundLink Edge Computing Platform (ECP) for the Boeing 737 aircraft series.

The certification enables airlines to deploy, update and manage onboard software applications remotely through Teledyne’s AppLink cloud service, without requiring aircraft downtime, hardware modifications or separate aircraft-level certification for each new application.

Cirrus G3 Vision Jet receives Brazil ANAC certification

Cirrus Aircraft’s latest-generation G3 Vision Jet has received type certificate approval from Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC), clearing the way for the aircraft to be delivered and operated in the Brazilian market.

Jetstream Aviation Capital Delivers Third Saab 340B to CM Airlines

Jetstream Aviation Capital has delivered a Saab 340B passenger aircraft to CM Airlines, marking the third Saab 340B the regional aircraft lessor has supplied to the Honduran carrier.

The aircraft, serial number 340B-199, was delivered on August 6, 2026. CM Airlines will deploy the aircraft on scheduled and charter passenger services across Honduras and Guatemala.

CM Airlines is a privately owned scheduled airline headquartered at Toncontín Airport in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. The carrier operates services connecting destinations across Honduras and Guatemala.

ATL delivers fuel tank systems for Brontanax development programme

Aero Tec Laboratories (ATL) has supplied specialised flexible fuel bladder tanks for BAE Systems’ Brontanax autonomous combat aircraft programme, contributing to the development of the UK’s next-generation collaborative combat aircraft.

The Brontanax platform, unveiled by BAE Systems at the Farnborough International Airshow, is described as the UK’s first British-designed autonomous Collaborative Combat Aircraft. The programme brings together more than 75 UK companies to develop an uncrewed aircraft capable of operating alongside crewed fighter aircraft.

Lufthansa renews EMAS environmental certification

Lufthansa has completed revalidation under the European Union’s Eco-Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS) for the 2025 reporting year, reaffirming its commitment to environmental management and continuous improvement in sustainability performance.

The latest validation also marks the first time that Lufthansa City Airlines and Lufthansa Aviation GmbH have been certified under the EMAS framework, expanding the environmental management system across additional companies within the Lufthansa Group.

Orbital to supply engines for MightyFly cargo aircraft flight test programme

Orbital Corporation has secured a commercial contract with US-based autonomous cargo aircraft developer MightyFly to supply three Orbital Heavy Fuel Engine propulsion systems for its autonomous cargo aircraft development and flight test programme.

The engines are scheduled for delivery in September 2026 and will support the next phase of MightyFly’s aircraft validation programme as the company advances its autonomous cargo platform toward commercial operations.