Wencor, GMF AeroAsia to develop Total Material Solutions Program

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 -- Wencor Group (Wencor) and PT Garuda Maintenance Facility AeroAsia Tbk (GMF) have signed a cooperation agreement to develop a Total Material Solutions Program.

Wencor is a leading solutions provider to the aerospace aftermarket and GMF is a world-class MRO and internationally certificated repair station.

According to Wencor chief executive officer (CEO) Chris Curtis, this new agreement aligns with its mission to provide engineering, programme management and material services necessary for MRO facilities to effectively serve customer base.

The agreement outlines the general framework for the development, adoption and maximisation of alternate parts usage, DER repairs and maintenance kits.

In the long term, the programme will result in greater cost savings and more efficient business practices that will enhance the bottom line and process flow for GMF, its subsidiary and affiliated company operations.

GMF CEO, Tazar Marta Kurniawan said: “We look forward to working closely with Wencor to jointly find ways to reduce aircraft maintenance costs and improve reliability.”

-- BERNAMA