AMMROC leads strategic growth in aerospace via deal with Marshall

AMMROC, the region’s leading provider of Military maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Marshall, the British aerospace engineering services and solutions provider, further solidifying its position as a premier player in the aerospace industry.

This MoU paves the way for both organisations to collaborate strategically in identifying synergies, expanding market reach, and enhancing service capabilities for both military and commercial aviation. It leverages AMMROC’s industry-leading MRO facilities and proven expertise with Marshall’s innovative engineering solutions.

The partnership incorporates a capability enhancement objective whereby Marshall, as a UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and Military Aviation Authority (MAA) recognised Part 21 Design Organisation with an unmatched depth of expertise and breadth of capabilities, will further support AMMROC’s pursuit of obtaining its Military Design Organisation Approvals.

Jasem Al Marzooqi, CEO of AMMROC, commented, “This collaboration aligns perfectly with our vision to set new benchmarks in aerospace MRO excellence. By combining our expertise with that of Marshall’s, we are poised to unlock new opportunities, deliver exceptional service to our customers, and reinforce the UAE’s reputation as a global hub for aviation excellence.”

Operating from its state-of-the-art facility at Al Ain International Airport, AMMROC is uniquely positioned in the South Asia, Middle East, and North Africa (SAMENA) region to serve as a regional and global MRO with a centralised global location, connecting these dynamic markets.

Ahmed Bin Saifan, EVP-MRO of AMMROC, added, “This agreement will ultimately strengthen our partnership with Marshall as well as advance AMMROC’s offerings of aerospace MRO services and complex engineering solutions to our valued customers in the UAE and beyond. This MoU not only looks at the Design Organisation approval but also paves the path for a comprehensive Joint Growth Plan, outlining the strategic initiatives and new opportunities both our organisations are set to pursue together.”

Bob Baxter, Chief Growth Officer at Marshall, commented, “Our partnership with AMMROC presents a unique opportunity to enhance our service offerings and reach new markets. Together, we will be able to leverage our strengths combined with AMMROC’s expertise to drive collaboration and innovation, identifying ways to better serve our customers and explore new markets,” he added.

This partnership underscores AMMROC’s dedication to quality and innovation, solidifying its role as a trusted partner for military and commercial aviation. By achieving Military Design Organisation Approval, AMMROC will further position itself as a leading provider of advanced MRO solutions, expanding its global reach and operational readiness capabilities.

Meanwhile GAL AMMROC, a global leader in integrated aircraft readiness solutions and military maintenance, overhaul, and repair (MRO) services, has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Archer Aviation Inc., a leader in electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft last year.

The MoU affirms a joint effort to launch an electric air taxi service utilising Archer’s Midnight eVTOL aircraft, which is on display at the Dubai Airshow, to the UAE and wider region with the goal of beginning in 2026.

This follows the recent announcement of GAL AMMROC and Archer’s intent to partner at the inaugural Smart and Autonomous Vehicle Industries Cluster launch event in October 2023, underscoring the significance of the collaboration and its potential impact.

Archer’s goal is to transform urban travel, replacing 60–90 minute commutes by car with estimated 10-20 minute electric air taxi flights that are safe, sustainable, low noise, and cost-competitive with ground transportation. Archer’s Midnight is a piloted, four-passenger aircraft designed to perform rapid back-to-back flights with minimal charge time between flights. GAL AMMROC is working alongside the California-based aviation company to develop support services for Midnight’s operations and assist the approach and identification of key opportunities.

Present at the signing were senior leaders from both parties. Representing GAL AMMROC was Mahmood Alhay Alhameli, Chief Executive Officer, who was joined by Frederic Dupont, Chief Commercial Officer, and David Kotra, Senior Manager of Business Development. Adam Goldstein, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Archer, signed on behalf of the eVTOL provider, accompanied by Archer’s Chief Commercial Officer, Nikhil Goel.

Commenting on the collaboration, Mahmood Alhay AlHameli, CEO of GAL AMMROC, said, “GAL AMMROC’s trusted reputation and expertise in delivering world-class maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for a wide range of military and civilian aviation clients in the region underscores its ability to empower Archer’s establishment of its eVTOL business in the UAE. Through the partnership, GAL AMMROC will provide its leading aviation services where necessary to drive Archer’s pioneering approach to urban travel.”

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