Global Turbine Asia Sdn. Bhd. (GTA), a Malaysian-based engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) provider and a Certified Maintenance Centre for Safran Helicopter Engines, announced today the exchange of two Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus Defence and Space (Airbus DS) and Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM), as well as a Note of Understanding (NoU) with Perbadanan Hal Ehwal Bekas Angkatan Tentera (PERHEBAT). The signings, witnessed by Malaysia's Minister of Defence, Yang Berhormat Dato' Seri Haji Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin, underscore GTA's strategic focus on strengthening the aerospace and defence ecosystem through cross-border commercial cooperation, talent development, and long-term capability building.
The MoU with Airbus DS will evaluate opportunities to develop Malaysia's military aircraft MRO capabilities and assess GTA as a potential Industrial Collaboration Programme (ICP) beneficiary. This initiative aims to advance local aerospace self-reliance, facilitate knowledge and capability transfer, and integrate supply chains, pending necessary approvals. The partnership aligns with evolving regional industry needs and positions GTA as a key player in Malaysia's aerospace growth.
Through its MoU with UPNM, GTA aims to bolster industry-academia collaboration in research, innovation, and talent development. Areas of cooperation may include joint research and development, training and postgraduate pathways, technical advisory services, and the establishment of workshops and centres of expertise. Potential industry-on-campus initiatives are also under consideration, subject to approvals and separate agreements. This partnership is expected to cultivate a skilled workforce tailored to the aerospace sector's demands.
GTA's NoU with PERHEBAT supports the career transition of retiring Malaysian Armed Forces personnel and veterans by providing industrial training, workplace exposure, and potential employment opportunities. The collaboration includes job-skills alignment, programme monitoring, and joint initiatives aimed at enhancing the employability and well-being of Veteran Angkatan Tentera Malaysia (ATM). This initiative not only addresses workforce needs but also honors the contributions of military personnel.
Dato' Nonee Ashirin Dato Mohd Radzi, Executive Chairman of Global Turbine Asia, stated, "These MoUs mark an important step in strengthening GTA's role within the aerospace and defence ecosystem, not only as an engine support and MRO provider, but also as a long-term partner in capability development, talent cultivation and strategic collaboration." She added, "Together, these partnerships reflect our commitment to building a stronger, more resilient and future-ready platform for the industry."
Founded in 2010, GTA provides a range of engine support solutions including Support By The Hour, AOG and helpline support, technical assistance, spare parts and tooling, and training. The company holds certifications such as DGTA Approved Maintenance Organization, CAAM Maintenance Organization Approval, and EASA Part 145 Maintenance Organization Approval. For more information, visit https://globalturbineasia.com/.
