GTA Holdings plans to develop CoE to boost MRO capabilities

Kuala Lumpur: GTA Holdings Bhd, an aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services provider, plans to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) following its listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia. The facility seeks to improve research and development (R&D), training, and technological capabilities within the MRO sector.

Managing director and CEO Datuk Nonee Ashirin Mohd Radzi revealed that the post-listing development strategy will enable GTA to become a prominent industry player, backed by its OEM partners, while contributing to Malaysia's self-reliance in the defence industry. The CoE will facilitate GTA's position as a leading force in research and technology, supported by OEM partners, and will likely encompass R&D and training programs, including a Level 4 test bench and advanced equipment such as the Hydromechanical Unit (HMU).

Nonee Ashirin emphasized that GTA remains dedicated to enhancing its MRO sector capabilities, including landing gear, wheels, and brakes, by maintaining strong relationships with the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF). The company's experience in serving MINDEF over a decade has fostered trust with the Malaysian Armed Forces, making it the sole provider for the OEM in Malaysia.

GTA is also investing in human capital development to better support the operational demands of customers as Malaysia's aerospace and defence sector continues to evolve. On the regional front, GTA has secured its position as the distributor for Brunei, primarily serving the Royal Brunei Air Force, which operates six helicopters powered by two engines each, totaling 12 engines.