Asia Digital Engineering Seals Historic Agreement with Air France for Airbus A330 Fleet Maintenance
KUALA LUMPUR, – Asia Digital Engineering (ADE), the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) subsidiary of Capital A, has signed a long-term agreement with Air France to provide heavy maintenance and aircraft modification services to the airline..
Under the agreement, ADE will commence heavy maintenance checks on Air France’s Airbus A330-200 aircraft with the first induction scheduled for October 2025, followed by additional checks on a phased basis. These initial aircraft mark the beginning of a broader collaboration, with additional inductions expected in the coming years as the partnership between ADE and Air France continues to expand and deepen.
The agreement was formally signed by Mahesh Kumar, Chief Executive Officer of Asia Digital Engineering and Géry Mortreux, Executive Vice President of Air France Industries. The document exchange was witnessed by Senator Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Aziz, Minister of Investment, Trade & Industry of Malaysia, and His Excellency Axel Cruau, French Ambassador to Malaysia.
Tengku Zafrul said, “UN Tourism shared that global international visitor arrivals in 2024 had already reached 99% of pre-pandemic levels. For the same period, Asia Pacific alone registered 627.8 million visitors, which is forecast to increase to 801 million by 2027. Malaysia’s aerospace industry – with our clear growth policies, well-established ecosystem and rule of law – is well-poised to capture that growth. To that end, we welcome partnerships with foreign aircraft providers who see Malaysia’s value proposition as regional services and MRO hub to support their client servicing in this growing region.”
Géry Mortreux, EVP of Air France Industries, said: “We are pleased to enter this partnership with Asia Digital Engineering, whose EASA-certified facilities and highly skilled workforce make them an excellent partner for maintaining our Airbus A330-200 fleet. As Air France expands its network and modernises operations, ADE’s expertise ensures efficient, world-class maintenance that minimises downtime and maximises performance. We look forward to a strong and enduring collaboration with ADE.”
Mahesh Kumar, CEO of ADE, said: “We are delighted to welcome another world-class airline into our growing portfolio of customers. This partnership with Air France marks a historic milestone not only for ADE but also for Malaysia and the wider Asean aerospace industry. Being entrusted with their aircraft maintenance is a strong testament to the capabilities and competitiveness of our region’s MRO services. We are proud to strengthen Malaysia’s position as a hub for aerospace excellence while supporting Air France’s continued operational reliability.”
Since its establishment in 2020, ADE has built the confidence of airline partners across the region by delivering exceptional MRO services, pioneering digital innovations, and maintaining an unwavering focus on customer satisfaction. In less than five years, the company has completed over 180 base maintenance checks — a track record that highlights both its efficiency and quality.
In May 2025, ADE achieved two of the highest international certifications in aviation: Maintenance Organisation Approval (EASA.145.0967) from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and Repair Station Certificate (ADNY458E) from the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Beyond these, ADE is also recognised as an Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) in 10 countries, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, the Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, India, Nepal, Thailand and Myanmar — reinforcing its position as a trusted MRO provider across Asia.
About Air France
Since 1933, Air France has been promoting and highlighting France throughout the world. With an activity divided between passenger transport, cargo transport and aeronautical maintenance, Air France is a major air transport player. More than 40,000 staff that make up its workforce are committed on a daily basis to offering each customer a unique travel experience.
Air France, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Transavia make up the Air France-KLM Group. The Group relies on its powerful hubs at Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Amsterdam-Schiphol to offer a vast international network.
Air France has set itself ambitious sustainable development targets and is working to reduce and support projects that absorb and store carbon from the atmosphere in natural carbon sinks. As part of the Air France ACT programme, the company is committed to reducing its CO2 emissions per passenger-km by 30% in 2030 vs 2019. This ambition is supported by major investments to renew its fleet with new-generation more fuel-efficient aircraft, the development of use of more Sustainable Aviation Fuel, or the generalisation of eco-piloting.
About Asia Digital Engineering (ADE)
Founded in September 2020, ADE is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capital A Berhad, headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Leveraging AirAsia’s Engineering Department’s best practices and extensive regional experience of over 20 years, ADE offers a comprehensive range of aircraft services, including line maintenance, base maintenance, workshops, component and warehouse services, and engineering support. ADE upholds the highest standards in professional integrity, quality, reliability, efficiency, and safety for all our customers at all times.
ADE currently operates a total of 16 MRO lines, including its brand-new, state-of-the-art 14-line hangar launched in September 2024. With digital and innovation at its core, ADE has introduced the innovative digital solutions AEROTRADE and ELEVADE, transforming aircraft parts procurement and comprehensive aircraft health management across Asia. These platforms streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and set a new benchmark in digital aviation solutions, driving exceptional performance in the industry. Follow ADE on LinkedIn.
