Johor’s homegrown aircraft maker Aeronas secures RM357 million order as state eyes regional aerospace hub status
Johor-based aircraft manufacturer Aeronas Aerocraft has secured a RM357 million order for 50 light aircraft from a Hong Kong consortium, with plans for a full-scale facility capable of producing 60... This article ( Johor’s homegrown aircraft maker Aeronas secures RM357 million order as state eyes regional aerospace hub status ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News .
A Malaysian aircraft manufacturer based in Johor has secured a significant RM357 million ($112.5 million) order for 50 light aircraft from a Hong Kong-based consortium, marking a strong step toward becoming a regional hub for light-aircraft manufacturing. Aeronas Aerocraft Sdn Bhd's recent commercial achievement demonstrates the potential of high-value aerospace manufacturing within the state of Johor, and has caught the attention of the local government.
Johor's Investment, Trade, Consumer Affairs and Human Resources Committee Chairman Lee Ting Han visited the company's facility and emphasized the huge potential of the aerospace sector to become a high-value industry, contributing to the state's economic growth. Aeronas currently operates a semi-production facility in Iskandar Puteri, capable of producing up to 30 aircraft annually.
The company plans to expand this capacity by establishing a full-scale manufacturing facility, which would increase its production capacity to 60 aircraft per year per line. The aerospace ecosystem, including business for local companies in engineering, components, logistics, maintenance, and aviation support services, could generate up to 20,000 jobs, with approximately 450 high-skilled direct positions and 3,000 additional roles in related industries.
This expansion aligns with Johor's broader industrial ambitions, complementing the existing focus on data centers, semiconductors, and advanced manufacturing investments in the JS-SEZ.
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