Mro Business Today 15 07 2018

CAE, Asiana Airlines sign exclusive pilot Pg3 training agreement Lufthansa Group opens new location for its Pg6 Innovation Hub digitisation unit in Singapore BAE Systems to move Compass Call electronic Pg8 warfare system to modern business jet

July 15th, 2018

HAECO ITM selects Ramco Aviation AFI KLM E&M recieves FAA approval for Suite for its IT operations Leap on-wing/on-site maintenance activities FI KLM E&M, a major multi-product MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul) providerA has secured approval from the Federal Aviation Authority clearing it to carry out onwing/on site work on Leap-type engines from now on. The Air France–KLM subsidiary has passed a new milestone in the industrialisation and marketing of its maintenance services dedicated to the new- generation powerplant. After gaining approval from the Euro- pean Air Safety Agency (EASA), AFI KLM E&M has been granted that of the FAA and is accordingly continuing to ramp up its Leap industrialization programme. The Group is now also able to offer its services to North American airlines operating the new-generation engine. One of the first MRO services suppliers to support Leap operators worldwide, AFI KLM E&M is already meeting the AECO ITM Limited (“HAECO ITM”), tor of Components & Engine Services, needs of its customers in carrying out Ha joint venture between HAECO said, “We are very pleased to reach this the first wing/on site work on Leap -1A and Cathay Pacific Airways, has deployed agreement with Ramco. With the imple- and Leap -1B engines. The scope of that Ramco Aviation Suite of software to sup- mentation of this new IT system, we are work may include engine build-up ser- port the company’s IT operations. able to support HAECO ITM’s day-to-day vices, borescope inspections, or chang- HAECO ITM will benefit from Ramco’s operations with integrated, reliable and ing Line Replaceable Units (LRU). end-to-end solution by unifying various scalable end-to-end solutions to better Anne Brachet, Executive Vice President techno-commercial functions covering serve our customers. We look forward to a AIR FRANCE KLM Engineering and Main- Customer Contract Management, Supply strong partnership with Ramco to deliver tenance, said, “FAA approval is a further Chain Management, Inventory Man- exceptional value to our customers for a milestone in the development of our dedi- agement, Financial Management, and sustainable future.” cated LEAP maintenance offering. AFI KLM Component Engineering including Reli- Virender Aggarwal, CEO of Ramco E&M is now approved to offer its services ability Management on a single platform Systems, said, “Winning the enterprise ap- to all operators of the Leap -1A and Leap equipped with superior supply chain plan- plications mandate from a leading global -1B engines equipping the Airbus A320neo ning and optimisation. Ramco Aviation MRO has proven once again that our Avia- and Boeing 737 MAX worldwide. The Air Suite will integrate with HAECO’s existing tion Suite has best-in-class functionality France KLM Group is already providing business systems, while the partnership and user-friendly features. We believe that initial Leap support for operators, and in will also enable HAECO ITM to interface this strategic partnership with HAECO will particular has successfully carried out an with customers and suppliers through go a long way in supporting its growing engine build-up workscope for TUI Group, Aeroxchange, an electronic business net- global business and also positioning us as chalking up experience prior to carrying work serving the aviation MRO industry. one of the most comprehensive aviation out more complex workscopes, especially Christopher Gibbs, HAECO’s Group Direc- software providers on cloud and mobile.” Quick Turn operations.” www.mrobusinesstoday.com July 15, 2018 1 Tork: Relieving the headache for MRO production managers everywhere provide a quicker professional cleaning result. The Tork Industrial Heavy-Duty Wiping Paper provides users with an extra-strong, 3-ply multi–purpose solution that offers superior absorption and protects hands from heat, dirt and metal scraps. With QuickDry™ technology, the heavy-duty wiping paper is the strongest, most absorbent paper yet from Tork, for more efficient drying with less waste. The Tork Industrial Low-Lint Cleaning Clothis extremely low-lintand anti-stat- ic, ideal for critical tasks and protecting sensitive surfaces. The silicone-free cloth ensures that there are no residues on a surface. MRO work often requires use of solvents, and when using rags ircraft maintenance work is about time is wasted sorting and choosing technicians are exposed to high levels of minimising downtime – without mixed rags, and a lack of dispenser VOC emissions. The Industrial Low-Lint everA compromising on quality and solutions means cleaning supplies Cleaning Cloth has excellent solvent- safety. Making sure suitable produc- are not close to hand. Torkprovides use capataibility, working well with tion processes are in place, and that industrial wiping solutions that enable solvents and detergencts. aircraft technicians are equipped with technicians to carry out their clean- Don’t underestimate the value of the right tools and solutions, will ensure ing and wiping tasks faster and more dispensers – dispensing solutions help increased performance, quality and ef- efficiently, without compromising on to organisethe workplace, reduce waste ficiency. quality or safety. and consumption and eliminates the As a result of inadequate cleaning The multi-purpose Tork Heavy-Duty unaesthetic impression of rags clutter- tools, like commonly used rags, often too Cleaning Cloth is highly absorbent, ing the production hall. much of a technician’s time and effort thick and durable ensuring itwithstands The Tork Folded Wiper and Cloth is spent on cleaning and wiping instead hard scrubbing without falling apart. Dispenser protects sheets from dirt and of more value adding tasks. Time is lost The solutions work well with most offers a one-at-a-time dispensing to re- and service takes too long. solvents and remove oil, grease, water duce consumption and waste. The right Rags clutter the workplace, can be and stubborn spots quickly and effec- combination of dispenser and wiper will unhygienic, unsafe and soaked in tively leaving no residue on the surface, boost productivity, while reducing your chemicals that could evaporate into whilst protecting hands from heat and overall cost-in-use. The wall-mounted the air, exposing technicians to even metal scraps. Incorporating exelCLEAN® dispenser saves valuable floor space and more chemical emissions. Further technology, Heavy-Duty Cleaning Cloths is easy to refill. The Tork Floor Stand Dispenseris developed for safety and stability with its reliable tear-off and easy-load features. The mobile dispenser can be placed where you need it and offers extra-high capability which saves time on refilling. Using professional cleaning wipes as opposed to rags is proven to enhance hygiene and safety, saving more time and require less storage space. Individ- uals can work in a smarter and safer way, increasing worker satisfaction as the maintenance task can be completed more quickly, ultimately improving processes in the workplace.

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 2 July 15, 2018 CAE, Asiana Airlines sign exclusive pilot training agreement will have a positive impact on aviation safety in the industry.” “We are extremely proud to further support our long-time partner Asiana Airlines with the training of its pilots”, said Nick Leontidis, CAE’s Group Presi- dent, Civil Aviation Training Solutions. “Delivering world-class training, leverag- ing the dedication and passion of our experienced instructors is of utmost importance to us. This agreement is a testament to the trust that Asiana Airlines places in CAE and its instructors. AE has signed an exclusive pilot standard operating procedures (SOPs), We look forward to train Asiana Airlines’ training agreement with Asiana supporting Asiana’s Evidence-Based pilots long into the future.” AirlinesC to support the airline’s growing Training (EBT) programme. Asiana Airlines and CAE share a long- training needs in the region. Under the “Asiana Airlines is excited to have standing relationship of more than 20 terms of the agreement, CAE instructors selected CAE as its training partner of years, with the provision of training equip- will be training Asiana’s pilots at the choice,” said Kim, EVP of Asiana Airlines. ment services and aviation recruitment airline’s training centre in Korea and “We are convinced that the combined services. Besides operating Airbus A320, at CAE Korea for all of its aircraft fleet, experience and professionalism of both A350, Boeing 747, 767 and 777 CAE-built full- including Airbus A320, A330, A350, A380, CAE and Asiana Airlines will provide pi- flight simulators, the airline’s pilots have Boeing 747, 767 and 777. CAE instructors lots with the highest training standards been training at CAE Korea on Airbus A320 will train pilots following the airline’s and a superior training experience that and A330 simulators since 2013.

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Did You Know the Western European Commercial Aviation Fleet will: Grow Add Generate Generate from 6,320 aircraft in 3,410 new aircraft $221 billion in $59 billion in 2018 to 7,660 in 2027 while retiring 1,800 MRO demand through 2027 engine maintenance www.mrobusinesstoday.com July 15, 2018 3 Ural Airlines takes off with Swiss-AS’ AMOS Airlines by providing the tools necessary to precisely manage the planning and execution of aircraft maintenance. With AMOS being a community product, the standard software AMOS can be adjusted to the individual needs of the airline through hundreds of param- eter settings options. The objective is to implement AMOS “as-is”, since the software contains the input of a large and active AMOS community and reflects customer requirements and state-of- the-art processes. This approach is the best way to ensure that the implemen- tation will be hitting smooth implemen- tation within time and budget. “We are a modern dynamically develop- ral Airlines has selected AMOS, a redistributed to focus on more advanced ing Russian airline and we choose only fully-integrated MRO software solu- and complex innovation and digitaliza- best partners in all spheres which may tionU developed and distributed by Swiss tion projects rather than taking care of help us to reach new levels. AMOS is the AviationSoftware to replace its M&E an outdated legacy system embedded in best IT solution for an airline having its legacy system. Ural Airlines becomes a fragmented MRO-IT landscape”, states own MRO and we are sure that with its the 8th Russian aviation organisation to Ronald Schaeuffele, CEO of Swiss-AS. help we will become more efficient. Start- choose AMOS. Ural Airlines will manage with AMOS ing from next year we will begin to oper- “We are honored about Ural Airlines’ their own maintenance requirements ate brand new Airbus A320 and A321 NEO decision to go for AMOS, which dem- as an airline while also carrying out as well as Boeing 737-8 MAX, so for us it onstrates our constant commitment to considerable 3rd party maintenance is the right time to start our partnership the Russian market. By implementing activities. The Airline/MRO Edition with Swiss-AS,” states Igor Poddubniy, AMOS, Ural Airlines’ manpower can be will bring increased efficiency to Ural Technical Director of Ural Airlines.

LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B to join EngineStands24 product family welcome LEAP engine stands to our family, knowing that it will bring so much additional value both to our clients and partners.” stated Daiva Zemaite, Head of EngineStands24. “I am proud to say that, today, EngineStands24 is one of the firsts in the industry, which provides its customers with the possibility to lease a LEAP engine stand in few minutes with utmost convenience.” “For over 50 years, Rhinestahl CTS has provided world-class quality engine stands, tooling and technical services to operators and MROs around the world,” stated Rhinestahl CTS’ Chief Operat- ing Officer, Alan Oak. “Our LEAP-1A and ngineStands24, Magnetic MRO’s sub- 2018, with an immediate leasing oppor- LEAP-1B stands deliver best-in-class brand providing online solutions for tunity through enginestands24.com quality that consistently exceed all engineE stand lease and sales, has signed “Proving our convenient and effi- OEM quality standards. We are happy to an agreement with Rhinestahl CTS, the cient operational methods, it is only an work with EngineStands24 to help them manufacturer of LEAP engine stands. organic step to expand our portfolio as provide a one-stop solution for transpor- LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engine stands are well as our partnerships with industry tation and storage of multiple aerospace joining the product family as of Mid-July leaders. Therefore, we are pleased to engine stands.

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 4 July 15, 2018 StandardAero certifies Honeywell JetWave “StandardAero has invested signifi- Ka-band system for Bombardier Global cantly and become an industry leader in connectivity installations across all Express, Global 5000 and Global 6000 types of business aircraft. As with our recently announced STC on Gulfstream aircraft, this new STC provides best- in-class technology and allows us to increase capacity to the market for these critical installations at a time when installation demand is soaring, especially now that the ADS-B mandate is only 18 months away. This means Global operators can upgrade to the highest-bandwidth technology sooner and simultaneously reduce downtime and cost,” said Marc Drobny, President of StandardAero Business Aviation. “All of us at ACI Jet were excited to partner with StandardAero on this tandardAero and ACI Jet, a privately lar offering in-flight connectivity, utilis- ambitious project,” noted Dave Jen- owned global aviation services ing Ka-band technology to replicate the sen, ACI Jet’s Vice President of Aircraft companyS based in San Luis Obispo, speed and performance that consumers Maintenance. “For an installation of this California has recently certified another are accustomed to in their homes. Stan- magnitude, where systems throughout Honeywell JetWave™ Ka-band dardAero’s STC provides for installation the aircraft must communicate with satellite communication system, com- of the Honeywell JetWave hardware, precision over newly-engineered equip- pleting a Supplemental Type Certificate under a Honeywell Ka radome, along ment and components, to have a flaw- (STC) for installations on Bombardier with a Honeywell CNX-900 router. less, squawk-free startup and test flight Global Express, Global 5000 and Global StandardAero partnered with ACI Jet illustrates the level of professionalism 6000 aircraft. to complete the installation. The STC is and ingenuity that both parties brought Honeywell’s JetWave system is a popu- now available to all Honeywell dealers. to the table.”

Bombardier Business Aircraft to offer Head-up Display and Enhanced Vision System option on best-selling Challenger 350 aircraft ombardier Business Aircraft will ing. The flight deck on the Challenger be launching Head-up Display and 350 aircraft provides significant flight EnhancedB Vision System as an option on information onto the HUD’s transparent its best-selling Challenger 350 business screen. Without needing to look down, jets. The HUD and EVS will complement pilots can respond with greater speed the Challenger 350 aircraft’s best-in- and precision, while they assess their class baseline offering. These systems surroundings at the same time. will further expand the sophisticated For maximum situational aware- avionics functionalities of the aircraft, ness in all flight conditions, the HUD such as the powerful Synthetic Vision is elevated with a powerful enhanced System (SVS) and sophisticated Mul- vision system. The advanced EVS tiScan weather radar, to reduce pilot camera transmits live infrared imagery workload and improve overall situation- innovate and elevate this aircraft clearly from outside the aircraft to the HUD, al awareness. demonstrates our promise to offer our revealing runway lighting, surrounding “Added to the Challenger 350 aircraft’s customers nothing but the finest experi- terrain and possible obstacles on the already well-equipped flight deck, the ence on board the industry’s best-selling runway. The HUD and EVS combina- HUD and EVS option will enhance the business jet.” tion enables pilots to land with greater pilot’s situational awareness to provide The Challenger 350 jet features the confidence. The HUD and EVS will be passengers with an even smoother best-equipped cockpit in its class. With available as an option on new Chal- flight,” said David Coleal, President, Bom- the addition of the lightweight HUD, lenger 350 aircraft orders and can be in- bardier Business Aircraft. “The Challeng- the aircraft will allow pilots to fly eyes stalled as a retrofit on in-service models er 350 jet leads the market in unit sales, forward in all phases of flight, most in Bombardier’s extensive network of and our commitment to continuously importantly during takeoff and land- service centres. www.mrobusinesstoday.com July 15, 2018 5 Lufthansa Group opens new location Cutter Aviation for its Innovation Hub digitisation starts Pilatus maintenance unit in Singapore operations in Denver Colorado at Centennial Airport utter Aviation has initiated operations in Denver, Colorado Cat Centennial Airport (APA). Cutter recently received the Pilatus Sales & Service Center dealership for the region of Southern California, Texas, Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico. Cutter Denver-Centennial is a Pilatus Authorised Sales & Service Center fully equipped to serve the Pilatus line of aircraft. “Cutter is proud to be associated with Pilatus, one of the finest avia- ufthansa Group has opened an and Hellobike (China, $321 million). tion names in the world. We are also offshoot of its Lufthansa Innovation “Singapore is a hotbed for innovation, very excited to make this invest- HubL in Singapore. With the new loca- particularly in the context of urban ment at Centennial Airport and tion in Singapore, the company is once mobility. Today, we can already see to become a long-term tenant. We again leading the way as the first non- how inner-city mobility will function, look forward to continue providing Asian airline group with a digitisation be distributed, and consumed in the the highest level of service to the backbone in the Asian-Pacific Travel future. In addition to having some of region,” said Will Cutter, President and Mobility Tech ecosystem. the most exciting mobility startups, and CEO of Cutter Aviation. “Not only are the Asian markets acclaimed local research institutes in Cutter Aviation also provides showing particularly dynamic growth the sector are also joining forces. With broad avionics and instruments in our core businesses, but they are the new location of Lufthansa Innova- overhaul and repair services, spe- now often also leading the way in tion Hub, we want to participate in cialising in custom installations digital travel and mobility solutions. this important ecosystem and expand and retrofit systems. Cutter is an With the new locations of the Lufthan- the expertise we have developed in authorised avionics service center sa Innovation Hub, we want to learn Europe,” explains Gleb Tritus, Manag- for all the top equipment manu- from the developments in Asia, build ing Director of the Lufthansa Innova- facturers. specific partnerships in the digital tion Hub. context, and benefit from our experi- Experts from the Berlin team are ence. We aim to consistently expand currently working on local network ExecuJet opens new our position as an airline group with expansion, targeted scouting, and the world’s highest level of digitisation partnership initiation. The overarch- FBO in the Seychelles ,” says Carsten Spohr, Chairman of the ing mission is to exclusively extend xecuJet, an international Executive Board of Deutsche Lufthansa key activities of the Lufthansa Innova- business aviation company AG. tion Hub Berlin to the Asian region. In headquarteredE at Zurich Airport, More than ever before, the Asian terms of perspective, the new digitisa- Switzerland will open a new FBO startup scene is driving a fundamen- tion unit is aimed at generating struc- facility in the Seychelles. tal technological change along the tured insights along the Lufthansa 17-18,The FBO is locatedJanuary, at Seychelles 2019 entire travel and mobility chain. This Group value chain, building concrete InternationalNew AirportDelhi, on India the island is reflected in a powerful increase in partnerships and investments, and ul- of Mahéand will be operated by startup and financing dynamics. Last timately developing in-house solutions the Luxaviation Group subsidiary year alone, 55 percent (approximately tailored to local markets. in partnership with Euro Aviation $14 billion) of global venture capital Besides the Singapore office, the Limited. invested in travel and mobility tech Lufthansa Innovation Hub is open- The FBO at Seychelles joins Execu- went to China. There was also an in- ing a new unit in Shenzhen (China) to Jet’s network of African facilities crease in mega-financing rounds, most stay current with the special status of bringing ExecuJet’s total number of recently Grab (Singapore, $1 billion) China’s technological ecosystem. FBOs to 27 globally

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 6 July 15, 2018 Defence News

Elbit Systems launches new Unmanned Aircraft Sabena technics System capable of operating in civilian airspace to perform C-130H maintenance checks for French Air Force

lbit Systems has rolled out the ture UAS that complies with civilian Hermes 900 StarLiner, a powerful airspace regulations and can be safely andE trend setting Medium Altitude integrated into European NAS. Long Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Meeting the strict safety and certifica- abena technics, an independent Aircraft System (UAS) that features ad- tion requirements of non-segregated MRO provider offering services verse weather capabilities and is fully airspace regulations required all the toS civil and military aircraft opera- compliant with NATO’s Standardization components of Hermes 900 StarLiner tors has been selected by the French Agreement (STANAG) 4671, qualifying to be designed in full compliance with Ministry of Defense’s Maintenance it to be safely integrated into civilian STANAG 4671 and to incorporate the Service (SIAé), to perform part of the airspace and fly in the same environ- most advanced aviation technologies, maintenance checks of their fleet of 14 ment with manned aircraft. Concluding including: cooperative and non-coop- C-130H aircraft. an extensive year-long flying schedule, erative Detect & Avoid Systems, Train For four years, Sabena technics the Hermes 900 StarLiner has been Avoidance Warning System, Automatic will carry out part of the type A and carrying out Civil Aviation Authority Take-off and Landing in near zero vis- B checks from its Bordeaux site as certified flights in Masada National ibility, redundant broad bandwidth a subcontractor of the French Air Park, Israel. A series of the Hermes 900 line-of-sight (LOS) and beyond line- Force’s maintenance facility (AIA) of StarLiner (known as Hermes 900 HFE of-sight (BLOS) data link and adverse Clermont-Ferrand. The first aircraft is in the Swiss programme) is at present weather capabilities such as de-icing expected this fall. being assembled for the Swiss Armed and direct lightning strike sustainment. The French MRO had already Forces and is scheduled to be delivered These technological enhancements received a contract last year for the and integrated into Switzerland NAS allow the aircraft to operate in both training of SIAé’s C-130H B1 and B2 during next year. visual and instrument meteorological technicians as well as last January for Security events, such as the disman- conditions, and its powerful heavy fuel the provision of initial stock, supply of tling of ISIS and diverse geo-political engine provides improved climb rate, spare parts and consumables as part tensions, have caused European coun- extended endurance and higher ceiling of the logistical support of the entire tries to re-orient defence efforts from and maximum speed. fleet (at the Clermont-Ferrand site and involvement in far-away conflicts to Elad Aharonson, Executive Vice Orléans-Bricy Air Force base). coping with intensifying homeland and President and General Manager of Elbit “We are very proud to have earned border security challenges. This shift Systems ISTAR Division, commented, the SIAé’s trust on this market! This has resulted in a growing demand for “Anticipating the rising security need new contract gives us the opportunity advanced yet mature UAS that can be for operating unmanned aircraft in to master all the aspects of such a full- safely integrated into civilian airspace the same environment with civilian support programme and get, thanks and provide the technological capabili- manned aircraft enabled us to achieve to the dedication of all the military ties that are required to efficiently and this breakthrough. We are committed and civil actors involved, the high- safely carry out complex homeland and to maintain our approach of technolog- est levels of aircraft availability” says border security missions. Drawing on ical innovation based on an extensive Gilles Foultier, SVP Military Affairs of the legacy of the widely operational operational experience and provide our Sabena technics. Hermes 900 and Hermes 450 and their customers with advanced yet mature This new notification reaffirms -Sa proven technologies, Elbit Systems has systems that enhance effectiveness and bena technics’ know-how in military conducted a broad multi-year R&D safety when coping with the evolving MRO and strengthens its cooperation effort focusing on producing a ma- national security needs”. with the SIAé on the C130 aircraft. www.mrobusinesstoday.com July 15, 2018 7 BAE Systems to move Compass Call electronic warfare system to modern business jet “The Compass Call mission electronics are world-class EW systems that are in high demand from operational commanders because of their electronic attack capabilities and their ability to protect critical missions,” said Pamela Potter, director of Electronic Attack Solu- tions at BAE Systems. “The cross-decking programme enables the Air Force to maintain existing, unmatched EW mission capabilities in an economical business jet that can fly faster, higher, and farther than its predecessor, improving mission effectiveness and survivability.” In 2017, BAE Systems and its partners completed the initial design review of the Compass Call weapon system, and AE Systems, a British multinational nied environments well into the future. the final design review is planned for defence, security, and aerospace As the mission system integrator for this fall. Initial modifications of the first companyB has started work to transition the programme, BAE Systems is working G550 are underway, with the first two its advanced Compass Call electronic with L3 Technologies to transition the aircraft fielded in 2023. A total of 10 new warfare (EW) system from aging EC- Compass Call capabilities onto an EC-37B aircraft are planned. 130H aircraft to a modern, more capable aircraft, a special-mission Gulfstream BAE Systems will continue to sustain platform that will significantly enhance G550 that meets Air Force requirements. the electronics for the fleet of EC-130H mission effectiveness. This new platform will provide combat- Compass Call aircraft while it develops, This Cross Deck initiative, as it is com- ant commanders with better standoff procures, manufactures, and integrates monly called, will enable the US Air jamming capability and flexibility to electronics for the new fleet. Force to continue disrupting enemy counter superior communications and command and control capabilities in de- radar threats.

US Army Special Operations Aviation Command contracts Boeing for four MH-47G Chinook helicopters

oeing has secured a $139.8 million contract to provide four MH-47G Block II Chinook helicoptersB to the US Army Special Operations Aviation Command. “The Army uses the MH-47G for some of its most difficult and challenging missions,” said Pat Donnelly, director, H-47 Domestic and Foreign Military Sale Programmes. “By incorporating key Block II features we significantly extend the service life, enhance performance, and maintain Chinook’s position as the world’s preeminent special operations helicopter.” These helicopters mark the start of a Block II production run anticipated to extend into the late 2020s. The Army has 69 MH-47G Chinook helicopters. Simultaneously with the MH-47G enhancements, Boeing is developing a Block II configuration for the US Army CH-47F Chi- nook.

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 8 July 15, 2018 Executives In Focus

IFS ropes in Michael Ouissi as CCO, Stephen Keys as Regional President for APJ and ME&A region FS AB, a multinational enterprise “I am very excited to be joining IFS, leadership team, he will work to ensure software company headquartered in which is known throughout the IT sec- IFS engages with and remains commit- Linköping,I Sweden has selected Michael tor as a customer- and industry-centric ted to the local communities where it Ouissi as Chief Customer Officer (CCO) vendor with high customer satisfaction operates. and Stephen Keys as Regional President ratings, a solid long-term customer base, Before joining IFS, Stephen was CEO of Asia Pacific & Japan, Middle East & and a great internal culture,” Michael Ou- of Sydney-based FTS Group. Prior to FTS Africa. The appointments complete IFS issi said. “I believe that customer centric- Group, Stephen worked for 10 years at CEO Darren Roos’s new leadership team. ity is the most important differentiator in Software AG, where he held several lead- Michael Ouissi is IFS’s Chief Customer today’s digital world, in which custom- ership positions in sales and consulting Officer (CCO), a global role that brings ers do not look for a product vendor but in the APJ and ME&A region. Stephen is together all of the company’s customer- for someone who can help find a rapid based in Sydney, Australia. facing functions in order to deliver to solution to a business requirement—re- Stephen Keys commented, “Before join- each customer a globally harmonised, peatable and at scale. Building on its ing, I knew IFS as a well-differentiated better customer experience and maxi- legacy of great customer engagement, company with a very clear vision and mum business value from their invest- I look forward to working with my new mission in terms of target market and ment in IFS. As part of this customer colleagues to make sure we continue to product offering. I am very pleased to value approach, Michael is respon- excel at everything we do for our clients.” be joining IFS at such an exciting phase sible for IFS’s commercial strategy and Stephen Keys has been recruited to the in its evolution and I look forward to ex- revenue-generating activities. position of Regional President, Asia Pa- panding the company’s footprint in this Prior to joining IFS, Michael worked cific and Japan, Middle East & Africa (APJ, dynamic region.” for more than a decade at Software AG, ME&A). In this role, Stephen is respon- IFS CEO Darren Roos said, “I am pleased where he was most recently a member sible for growing IFS’s presence across the to have one of the strongest manage- of the Group Executive Board respon- region, which involves building a strong ment teams in the industry. I am also sible for Customer Engagement Excel- customer base, expanding the company’s thrilled to welcome Michael and Stephen lence. Michael has also held positions as network of quality partners, and ensur- to our senior leadership team. In their financial controller, regional and global ing the IFS workforce remains engaged strategically important roles, they bring commercial director, head of key account and focused on delivering customers extensive experience and unique skill management, and regional managing value. Stephen is also passionate about sets that will help us expand our reach director. Michael is based in Frankfurt, corporate social responsibility (CSR) and and make sure our focus remains on Germany. as the executive sponsor on the IFS senior delivering value to the customer.”

RUAG board of Directors confirm Dirk Prehn close to 20 years of experience in the as CEO of RUAG Aerostructures Aerospace and Defence industry. RUAG he Board of Directors of RUAG con- people and has production facilities in Aerostructures’ responsibilities include firmed the appointment of Dirk Prehn Oberpfaffenhofen (Germany), Emmen the complete worldwide supply chains asT the new CEO of RUAG Aerostructures (Switzerland) and Eger (Hungary). for the fuselage sections for Airbus and and Chairman of the Management Board Dirk Prehn has worked as SVP and Bombardier. The division is focusing on of RUAG Aerospace Structures GmbH. Head Programmes & Sales for RUAG reinforcing and expanding on its posi- Dirk Prehn will become a member of the Aerostructures since 2015. Before joining tion as a global first- tier RUAG Group Executive Board succeeding RUAG, he was Vice President Sales & supplier, with the Alexander Toussaint who is leaving the Marketing at Premium Aerotec GmbH, aim of achieving company at his own request. an Airbus subsidiary headquartered profitable growth. In his previous function, Dirk Prehn in Augsburg, Germany. Prior to that, was already a member of the Manage- he worked as Head of Programme ment Board of the RUAG Aerostructures Management at EADS – Military Air division. He will head the division and Systems (now the Airbus Group) at its Dirk Prehn assume the role of Chairman of the Augsburg location and was responsible RUAG management board of RUAG Aerospace for all new programme. Dirk Prehn is a Structures GmbH, which employs 1,250 qualified mechanical engineer and has

www.mrobusinesstoday.com July 15, 2018 9 MTU Maintenance Zhuhai welcomes Jaap Beijer as General Manager International Events TU Maintenance, a joint venture new role,” says Michael Schreyögg, Chief of operation. Besides China Southern, between MTU Aero Engines, Programme Officer, MTU Aero Engines. the facility serves over 70 customers, Germany’sM leading aero engine manu- Schreyögg continues, “We are also including International Aero Engines, facturer, and China Southern Air Hold- delighted to welcome Jaap Beijer to the Saudia Airlines and All Nippon Airways, EVENT DATE VENuE ing Company Limited, China’s largest helm of MTU Maintenance Zhuhai. He as well as Chinese Shenzhen Airlines, airline group has appointed Jaap Beijer comes on board at an exciting time. Xiamen Airlines and Hainan Airlines. AP&M Europe 30-31, May 2018 London, UK as General Manager for Zhuhai. He joins We are currently expanding the facility The company employs a workforce of European Business Aviation from his role as Senior Vice President by 50 percent and want to become the around 850 qualified professionals. Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2018) 29-31, May 2018 Geneva Aftermarket IAE AG, following Frank number one engine MRO in the Asian MRO Europe Bodenhage who will be taking on a region, where we are already number 16 -18 October 2018 Amsterdam, Netherlands NBAA Business Aviation Covention & new role within the MTU Maintenance two by number of shop visits.” 16 -18 October 2018 Orlando, Florida organisation as a Senior Vice President MTU Maintenance Zhuhai is located Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Hannover. in Zhuhai’s free trade zone and ben- MRO Asia-Pacific 06-08, November 2018 Singapore “We heartily thank Frank Bodenhage efits from its proximity to Hong Kong, for his six year tenure. In that time, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Macao. Dubai Helishow 2018 06-08, November 2018 Dubai South, Dubai, UAE MTU Maintenance Zhuhai has more Service teams can be dispatched to the than doubled in revenue and work- customers in the region in no time. The load, surpassed the 1,000th shop visit Zhuhai shop has an advanced machin- Jaap Beijer mile-stone for both the CFM56 and ery and performs 80 percent of parts MTU V2500 engine families in which it is repairs in-house. MTU Maintenance specialised, and cemented its position Zhuhai serves customers from China, as number one engine MRO provider in Asia and globally and has completed China. We wish him every success in his over 2,400 shop visits in nearly 17 years

West Star Aviation names Scott Sweeney as General Manager of ALN facility West Star Aviation has appointed Scott “Scott’s experience and firsthand knowl- Scott Sweeney, General Manager, West Star Sweeney as the General Manager of its edge of business aviation in progressive Aviation. East Alton, (ALN) facility. roles will make him very successful as Scott began his career in aviation over 30 ALN’s general manager,” said Jeff Curry, years ago in the US Navy Air Wing aboard Vice President of Operational Efficiency, the USS Enterprise. After his time in the West Star Aviation. “We Navy, he changed to business aviation, are excited to welcome working 25 years with Hawker Beechcraft Scott to our team and Scott Sweeney Contact Us : in various roles including Technician, we look forward to his West Star Aviation Supervisor, Sales Manager, Vice President role in helping our com- MRO Business Today of Global Customer Relations and General pany continue to grow,” Manager. Most recently, Scott held the Curry continued. Email Us : [email protected] position of Vice President of Operations “West Star has a genu- For Web Advertisement : [email protected] at Constant Aviation before accepting the ine employee-focused role of General Manager at West Star’s East culture with a relentless For Editorial : [email protected] Alton (ALN) facility. dedication to build- He will be responsible for overseeing all ing strong, long-term operations at ALN including maintenance, customer relationships. interior, avionics, paint, installations, parts I look forward to leading and components, and AOG/MRT. Scott is the growing team here taking over for Eric Kujawa, who has re- and maintaining the cently been promoted to VP of Falcon Prod- culture that’s made us uct Development at West Star Aviation. #1 in the industry,” said

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