Malaysia, 26th May 2025:

Asia Digital Engineering (ADE), the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) subsidiary of Capital A has been awarded two key international recognitions: Maintenance Organisation Approval (EASA.145.0967) from the EASA and Repair Station Certificate (ADNY458E) from the FAA. ADE is now officially recognised by both EASA and the FAA as an organisation that upholds the highest global standards to maintain and release aircraft, parts, and components back into service under their respective regulations.

YB Anthony Loke Siew Fook, Malaysian Minister of Transport, said “Congratulations to Asia Digital Engineering on attaining certifications from EASA and the FAA—two of the most prestigious aviation authorities in the world. These landmark achievements mark a major leap forward not only for ADE but also for Malaysia’s aerospace sector as a whole. It reaffirms our nation’s capability to meet and exceed international standards, and positions Malaysia as a rising global hub for high-quality, dependable aircraft maintenance. I am confident that ADE’s continued growth and excellence will further elevate Malaysia’s standing in the global aerospace industry and inspire other local players to aim higher.”

Mahesh Kumar, Chief Executive Officer of Asia Digital Engineering, said “These milestones reinforce our position as a leading MRO in the region and underscore Malaysia’s growing role as a major hub for aviation maintenance. While we remain the primary MRO for AirAsia, we now support a growing portfolio of airlines across the region and beyond — delivering world-class, safe, and high-quality, value-driven maintenance on a global scale. These certifications enable us to offer our services to even more airlines internationally. None of this would be possible without the unwavering dedication, discipline, and expertise of our Allstars. The credit truly goes to them.”

Tony Fernandes, Chief Executive Officer of Capital A, said “We are incredibly proud of Asia Digital Engineering’s accomplishments, which are consistently reaching new heights. The certification from EASA and the FAA isn’t just a win for ADE—it’s a win for Malaysia and the Asean aviation industry. It shows that once again, our homegrown talent can take on the best in the world.”

Since its establishment in 2020, ADE has earned the trust of airline partners across the region by delivering exceptional MRO services, pioneering digital innovations, and maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction. The company has completed over 180 base maintenance checks in under four years, an impressive track record that underscores both speed and quality.

In addition to its EASA and FAA approvals, ADE is an approved maintenance organisation (AMO) in 10 countries, namely Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, the Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, India, Nepal, Thailand and Myanmar. In October 2023, ADE received its EASA Part 145 Maintenance Organisation approval.

Last year, ADE launched its state-of-the-art 14-line MRO hangar — the largest and most advanced facility in Malaysia. Building on this momentum, ADE RedChain 2, a dedicated workshop and training centre is set to be launched in Q3 this year, further strengthening ADE’s ecosystem and talent development efforts.