Hutchinson has finalised a long-term agreement with Singapore Component Solutions (SCS) for the company to become its exclusive repair station in Asia Pacific.

SCS is a joint venture between Sabena technics and Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance dedicated to component support.

Both companies have combined their respective skills to offer the Asia Pacific market a “value-adding MRO service solution” of Hutchinson products in Singapore. From now on, operators can benefit from capabilities including engine and APU vibration isolation systems, engine component repairs, cabin interior and composite and structural repairs, the companies said.

“At SCS, we are continuously looking to develop new repair capabilities for operators in Asia Pacific, and this partnership will allow us to do so,” said Singapore Component Solutions’ CEO Thibaut Campion. “To be chosen by a major OEM such as Hutchinson is a strong mark of trust. We are proud of this new milestone and we hope to bring our collaboration even further in the near future.”

Hutchinson Aerospace Services’ executive vice president Norbert Langlois commented: “Our partnership with SCS is shaping up: it will, for sure, brings added value to our mutual customers in South East Asia and Pacific Rim region. We are delighted to start our cooperation with SCS. It allows Hutchinson Aerospace Services to complement its network worldwide.”