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ASIAN MrO SPecIAL ISSUe
09| Turkish Delights
With all the attention on the big US and European MRO players moving into
asia, its easy to overlook some of the smaller but equally successful MRO
operators. One that is intent on making waves in asia is Turkish Technic,
headed by long-time industry expert Dr Ismail Demir.
14 10| MRO Outsourcing in India

India’s aircraft maintenance and overhaul business is showing signs of revving
up, but a distinct lack of infrastructure and severe tax policies are preventing
a smooth take-off for what could be massive outsourcing potential given the
22 14| Asian Tech Tigers
expansion of the local airline industry. by Jay Menon

Most commentators agree the growth in aviation is principally down to asia.
The world’s largest aircraft orders come from Indonesia, Malaysia, China,
India and more. but can the region handle the MRO demands of all this
expansion? Can asia provide enough capacity for the world’s fastest growing
aviation sector? Will staffing demands overwhelm availability? and just as
importantly, can costs be kept competitive on a global basis? by Jeremy Torr

28 20| Asian Movement
Tailoring MRO for airlines and cargo operators in asia is providing a great
opportunity for operators from established markets. IaI-bedek is just one of
those looking East.

22| Asian Training
Setting up a regional MRO operation is easy. Simply lease and equip a
building, advertise your capability and the customers in the world’s most
rapidly expanding market will flock in. but what about the manpower? Who
will supply the training? How will the candidates be selected? Who will handle
certification, and to what standard? by James Teo

32 28| JV Joy

One significant aspect of MRO development in asia is the rise and rise of JV
operations. Existing major players from the west tie up with an existing local
company, supply their extensive expertise and scale, then take advantage of
lower operating costs. but does it work? Can local operators to extend their
capability as required by international standards?

32| Power Plants
Most of the big names in propulsion have either set up shop, or established
joint ventures in asia. How are they doing? by Jeremy Torr
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