Cathay and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on various sustainability initiatives, focusing on the development and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the Asia-Pacific region. This partnership aims to...
Qatar Airways Cargo and MASkargo, the cargo subsidiary of Malaysia Aviation Group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their collaborative cargo operations. This agreement follows an expanded codeshare arrangement between the two OneWorld...
According to FedEx Express’ president and CEO Richard Smith, the US transport giant FedEx is planning to enhance its logistics operations at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC). After over 30 years in the country, FedEx regards Vietnam as a...
PT Len Industri and Thales celebrated a significant milestone in May 2024 with the signing of a joint venture agreement in Jakarta. The ceremony was attended by the Deputy Minister of State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN), the President and CEO of Thales International, and...
The Singapore Army has started outfitting its infantry units with a new light machine gun (LMG) designed for close-quarters combat. Specifically, the army has been gradually introducing the 6940E-SG infantry automatic rifle since April 2024 to enhance soldiers’ combat...
The EDGE Group from the United Arab Emirates has announced a USD 27 million deal to provide Indonesian state-owned enterprise PT Pindad with an ammunition production line. This agreement marks another advancement in the Gulf defense conglomerate’s expansion into...
Vietnam Airlines, Vietnam’s national carrier, successfully conducted its inaugural flight utilizing Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel. The milestone flight involved refueling a Vietnam Airlines Airbus A321 with a blend of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at...
It has been revealed that Thailand’s air force chief plans to visit Sweden and the U.S. ¡ to discuss the procurement of new fighter jets, potentially including a technology transfer agreement to support Thailand’s developing arms industry. Air Chief...
The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) has acquired three Anka Medium Altitude Long Endurance Unmanned Aerial Systems (MALE UAS) from Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI). Malaysia is the first country in the region to deploy the battle-proven Anka MALE UAS, following a...
The Philippines has launched the “Re-Horizon 3” military modernization initiative to strengthen its defense capabilities. Despite financial constraints, the country aims to increase defense expenditure to USD 6.2 billion by 2029, focusing on maritime and...
Changi Airports International (CAI) is set to significantly enhance its presence in China through a joint venture with Wuxi Sunan International Airport Group. This partnership will manage the non-aeronautical business of Wuxi Shuofang International Airport (WUX),...
A new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between Thai Aviation Industries Co., Ltd (TAI), a leading maintenance, repair, and operations organization (MRO) in Thailand providing aircraft maintenance for the Royal Thai Air Force and NZAero, New Zealand’s only...
