Trusted Partner for Modern Fleet Maintenance

GMR Aero Technic has built a strong reputation across India, the Middle East, and South-east Asia, reinforced by Akasa Air's new three-year agreement. Supporting next-generation aircraft like the Boeing 737 MAX, the company continues to deliver reliable, on-time maintenance backed by deep technical expertise. ASHOK GOPINATH, President, GMR Aero Technic, outlines the company's vision.

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How does the three-year Akasa Air maintenance agreement strengthen GMR's position as the preferred MRO for next-generation Indian carriers?

Over the years, GMR Aero Technic has been a trusted MRO partner for all airlines in the regions – India, the Middle-East & South-East Asia, including Akasa. This three-year agreement shows that Akasa Air trusts GMR Aero Technic for critical maintenance work. It reflects our strong track record, skilled team, and ability to deliver reliable services on time. By supporting next-generation aircraft like the Boeing 737 MAX, we are positioning ourselves as a leading MRO partner for modern airlines in India. This partnership also strengthens our role in driving operational excellence and safety standards for the country’s growing aviation sector. It reinforces GMR Aero Technic’s vision to be the preferred choice for world-class maintenance solutions.

How is GMR scaling its India-Nepal line-maintenance network for 400+ incoming aircraft, and are further South Asian or Southeast Asian expansions planned?

GMR Aero Technic's wide line maintenance network is designed to scale in line with India’s rapid fleet growth. With over 12+ line maintenance stations across India and Nepal, already supporting more than 55 international airline customers, we have built a flexible and scalable operating model that can quickly add capacity as new aircraft are inducted into the Indian market. To meet the projected induction of over 400 new aircraft by 2030, GMR is expanding manpower, tooling, and certifications for both narrow-body and wide-body aircraft, including A350, B787, and B777 platforms. Our focus is on strengthening presence at high-traffic airports, improving response times, and increasing coverage during night-stop and transit operations, which are critical for growing airlines.