Cochin International Aviation Services Limited (CIASL), the MRO division operating at Kochi Airport in India, has unveiled a $6 million project to construct its third maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) hangar, as part of its broader strategy to establish Kochi as a leading MRO hub in South Asia.
Airbus has announced a significant executive reshuffle, appointing Benoit Schultz as Chief Procurement Officer, effective 01 October 2025. Schultz succeeds Jurgen Westermeier, who will assume dual leadership roles as President of Airbus in India and Head of South Asia beginning 01 September 2025. Meanwhile, Remi Maillard will become EVP Engineering of Commercial Aircraft and Head of Technology.
Thales has inaugurated a new avionics maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in Gurugram, India, strategically positioned near Delhi International Airport. This new center is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to expand its footprint in South Asia and improve support for regional airline customers.
Centrum Air (Uzbekistan) has announced the launch of a new route connecting Tashkent to Colombo, Sri Lanka, starting on December 15, 2024. The flights will be operated using the airline’s modern Airbus A321neo aircraft, offering passengers an efficient and comfortable travel option between the two cities.
