Global Turbine Asia Sdn. Bhd. (GTA), a Malaysian independent engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) provider and Certified Maintenance Centre for Safran Helicopter Engines, has signed three strategic agreements aimed at advancing aerospace capabilities, talent development and supply chain integration. The signings were witnessed by Malaysia’s Minister of Defence, Yang Berhormat Dato’ Seri Haji Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin, during a ceremony in Kuala Lumpur.
The first Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus Defence and Space will explore opportunities to develop Malaysia's military aircraft MRO capabilities and assess GTA as a potential beneficiary of the Industrial Collaboration Programme (ICP). This initiative, pending approvals, is designed to advance local aerospace self-reliance through knowledge transfer, capability building and supply chain integration.
GTA also signed an MoU with Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) to strengthen industry-academia collaboration. The partnership focuses on joint research and development, training and postgraduate pathways, technical advisory services, workshops, and centres of expertise. Subject to approvals, it may also include industry-on-campus initiatives to foster innovation and talent cultivation.
The third agreement, a Note of Understanding (NoU) with Perbadanan Hal Ehwal Bekas Angkatan Tentera (PERHEBAT), aims to support the career transition of retiring Malaysian Armed Forces personnel and veterans. The collaboration will provide industrial training, workplace exposure, and potential employment opportunities, with joint initiatives to enhance job-skills alignment and the well-being of veterans.
Dato’ Nonee Ashirin Dato Mohd Radzi, Executive Chairman of GTA, 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.”
GTA, established in 2010 and based at the Malaysia International Aerospace Centre in Subang, holds certifications including DGTA Approved Maintenance Organization, CAAM Maintenance Organization Approval and EASA Part 145 Maintenance Organization Approval. The company provides engine support solutions such as Support By The Hour, AOG and helpline support, technical assistance, spare parts, and training.
