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Asia Digital Engineering secures EASA Part 145 Maintenance Organization approval

ADE has set an ambitious hiring target for 2024, planning to recruit 500 to 600 aviation professionals, including aircraft technicians and engineers.

With the EASA Part 145 Maintenance Organisation ADE is actively working on the construction of a state-of-the-art hangar in KLIA Aeropolis, scheduled for completion in the first half of 2024.

Asia Digital Engineering (ADE), the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) division of Capital A, has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining approval from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) as a Part 145 Maintenance Organisation. This recognition represents a gold standard in aviation maintenance, signifying the highest levels of safety and quality in its operations.

In addition to this milestone, ADE is actively working on the construction of a state-of-the-art hangar in KLIA Aeropolis, scheduled for completion in the first half of 2024. This facility will enhance ADE’s MRO capabilities and further establish its presence in the region’s aviation maintenance sector. The company is also in the process of setting up new component workshops to support its growing operations.

YB Anthony Loke Siew Fook, Minister of Transport, Malaysia said: “Congratulations to ADE on obtaining the highly acclaimed EASA Maintenance Organisation approval. This accomplishment not only underscores the nation’s commitment to adhering the highest global standards but also positions Malaysia as a hub for excellence in the aviation and aerospace industry. ADE’s dedication to high quality of service and safety serves as an inspiration to other homegrown MRO players, and we look forward to the positive impact this milestone will have on our country’s aviation and aerospace landscape.”

To accommodate its expansion, ADE has set an ambitious hiring target for 2024, planning to recruit 500 to 600 aviation professionals, including aircraft technicians and engineers. This move aligns with ADE’s commitment to driving growth and innovation in Malaysia’s aviation and aerospace sector, bolstered by its new EASA Part 145 Maintenance Organisation approval.

Mahesh Kumar, CEO, ADE said, “We are very proud to add EASA Part 145 approval to our long list of maintenance certifications and authorisations. This is a significant achievement, and is a result of all the hard work and  commitment  from the team at ADE. Thanks to their dedication and service excellence, ADE is now able to provide industry leading aircraft maintenance support in Asia Pacific and beyond. ADE will continue to bring the highest work ethics and business standards to Asia Pacific’s aviation market and become a significant force in MRO services in the region.” 

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ADE’s achievement not only enhances its reputation in the industry but also reflects its dedication to providing top-tier aviation maintenance services to airlines, operators, and aircraft owners worldwide. As it continues to expand, ADE looks forward to serving a broader global audience and contributing to the growth of Malaysia’s aviation and aerospace sector.