Discussing the promise of aerospace MRO in The Business Times roundtable on Sep 3

[SINGAPORE] A critical enabler for Asia’s aerospace ambitions, the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) industry will come under the lens at a roundtable held by The Business Times (BT) on Wednesday (Sep 3).

The invite-only event is presented by aircraft engine manufacturer and system provider GE Aerospace. It brings together public and private sector leaders to discuss how to innovate and work together for resilience and sustainable growth.

Titled “Advancing MRO for a Resilient Aerospace Industry in Asia-Pacific”, it will cover topics such as navigating post-pandemic growth, strengthening supply chains, addressing talent gaps and transforming through technology and innovation.

“With the region’s aerospace sector experiencing substantial growth, this roundtable is a timely opportunity for key players to discuss emerging challenges and opportunities,” said BT editor Chen Huifen. “It’s a chance to foster collaboration and explore new ways to innovate within the industry and beyond.”

Held at SPH Media’s Studio+65, the event will begin with a keynote address by Nakul Gupta, vice-president of sales and general manager for Asia-Pacific at GE Aerospace.

The panel discussion, moderated by BT transport correspondent Derryn Wong, will feature three panellists:

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• Iain Rodger, managing director for component repair in Singapore, GE Aerospace

• Zheng Jingxin, vice-president for mobility and industrial solutions, Economic Development Board (EDB)

• Yip Hin Meng, executive vice-president and head of aerospace MRO, ST Engineering

Rodger oversees the leadership and direction of GE Aerospace’s three MRO facilities in Singapore. An experienced global supply chain leader, he joined the company in 2019 as the managing director of its Scottish MRO facility, after 30 years in various executive positions at Rolls-Royce.

EDB’s Zheng supervises the agency’s engagements with companies and industry development efforts in mobility and industrial solutions. He also fosters geo-strategic partnerships with business thought leaders, global think-tanks and the US government.

As head of aerospace MRO, Yip looks after the strategies and operations of ST Engineering’s global network of airframe, engine, nacelle, and component businesses. He also manages global portfolios of passenger aircraft, freighter aircraft and aircraft engine leases.

Attendees will have the opportunity to network after the panel.