Muscat:Oman Air, in collaboration with Indonesia's GMF AeroAsia, has launched the first company specializing in aircraft maintenance and repair in Oman, named "Oman GMF Technic." This initiative marks a significant advancement in Oman's aviation sector, aiming to enhance technical capabilities and bolster its standing as a competitive regional hub for aircraft maintenance services.
According to Oman News Agency, the launch event took place at a newly inaugurated aircraft maintenance facility at Muscat International Airport, under the patronage of Sultan bin Salim Al Habsi, Minister of Finance. The company will provide both heavy and line maintenance services to airlines within Oman as well as to regional and international clients.
The joint venture seeks to attract additional aircraft maintenance business to Oman, offering new commercial opportunities and reducing dependency on external maintenance service providers. Eng. Said bin Hamoud Al Maawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, emphasized the project's role in fostering technical expertise, infrastructure development, and supporting ancillary services essential for aircraft operation.
Additionally, the center aims to invest in human capital by providing opportunities for Omani youth to gain specialized technical skills, thus promoting a sustainable career path in aircraft engineering and maintenance. The venture also strengthens the historical ties between Oman and Indonesia, fostering cooperation in aviation sector development and knowledge exchange.
The facility is expected to maintain between 95 and 100 aircraft annually, including regional and military aircraft. Nasser bin Ahmed Al Sharji, CEO of Oman Air, highlighted the project's potential to create a world-class center for aircraft maintenance, enhancing economic opportunities and contributing to Oman's national economy.
Andi Fahrurrozi, CEO of GMF AeroAsia, expressed the partnership's goal to broaden business horizons by transferring Indonesia's advanced expertise in aircraft maintenance to global markets. This expansion is anticipated to enhance the company's international competitiveness and add value to the aviation sectors of both countries.