Heston MRO has acquired Aviation NDT Services, aligning with its goal of expanding service offerings and market presence leveraging its enhanced capabilities to cater to a broader range of customers, including major airlines and defense entities.
Heston MRO, the largest independent total care Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) provider in Australasia, has further strengthened its position through the acquisition of Aviation NDT Services, a Melbourne-based company specializing in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) for the aviation sector. Established in 1986, Aviation NDT Services has built a reputation as a quality provider of independent and flexible NDT solutions across Australia, the Pacific Islands, and the Asia region. The company has been serving a diverse clientele in both general and commercial aviation, offering crucial NDT services to ensure the safety and reliability of aircraft.
The strategic move aligns with Heston MRO’s goal of expanding its service offerings and market presence in both the general and commercial aviation sectors. By integrating Aviation NDT Services into its operations, Heston MRO aims to leverage its enhanced capabilities to cater to a broader range of customers, including major airlines and defense entities.
Asta Zirlyte, CEO, Heston MRO said, “We are very excited about Aviation NDT Services joining the Heston MRO family. We aim to have a seamless integration of the two businesses as one Heston MRO NDT Unit, continuing to provide NDT services to existing General Aviation customers and expanding our range into the wider Commercial Aviation marketplace. We see solid growth potential to provide services to the larger national and international airlines and defense customers in the region.”
In addition to the acquisition, Heston MRO NDT Unit has ambitious plans for 2024, including obtaining CASA Part 145 approval for Rating D services. This certification will further establish the unit as a training ground for NDT career development, providing valuable opportunities for both existing and new employees to enhance their skills in Non-Destructive Testing.
Heston MRO, headquartered in Brisbane, Australia, operates as a CASA Part 145 and Part 147 Total Technical Care organization. With a robust presence, including line stations, operations, and warehouses at major Australian airports, Heston MRO serves as the largest independent MRO organization in the Australasian region. The customer base of Heston MRO includes a diverse range of major international airlines flying into Australia, as well as local operators.
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As Heston MRO continues to grow through strategic acquisitions and expansions, the addition of Aviation NDT Services reinforces its commitment to providing comprehensive and high-quality MRO services to the aviation industry. The seamless integration of these two entities is expected to contribute to Heston MRO’s position as a trusted partner for aviation maintenance needs in the region.
Question- To expand its service offerings and market presence in the aviation sector.
Answer- To expand its service offerings and market presence in the aviation sector.
Question- What are the benefits of this acquisition for Heston MRO?
Answer- It will allow Heston MRO to cater to a broader range of customers, including major airlines and defense entities, and provide NDT services to a wider geographical area.
Question- What are Heston MRO NDT Unit’s plans for 2024?
Answer- To obtain CASA Part 145 approval for Rating D services and establish itself as a training ground for NDT career development.
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