25^th September 2024, Singapore – Dviation Group – through its training arm, Dviation Training Centre (DTC) – has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aviation Partnership Philippines Corp (APLUS), marking a significant collaboration aimed at boosting the training and development of aviation professionals across Southeast Asia.

Under this partnership, both DTC and APLUS will combine their expertise and resources to enhance aviation training capabilities in the region. The MoU sets the stage for strategic alignment in aerospace and aviation training, with a strong focus on upskilling and reskilling initiatives.

The collaboration aims to meet the growing demand for highly skilled aviation personnel as the sector expands across the Asia-Pacific. Leveraging DTC’s comprehensive CAAM/EASA Part-147 related technical training, aviation regulatory training, instructor development and bespoke consultancy solutions, both parties will endeavour to mutually support each other in growing the region’s talent pool.

Ibnu Hidayat, Dviation Head of Training and Talent Management, expressed his optimism about this partnership: "We are excited to join forces with APLUS to strengthen aviation training in the region.”

“This MoU signifies our commitment to developing a highly skilled workforce, capable of meeting the evolving needs of the aviation industry. Together, we aim to elevate aviation training standards and empower the next generation of aviation professionals," he added.

On the same note, APLUS General Manager Rico M. Ugdoracion said, “This collaboration represents APLUS’s dedication to developing the skills of aviation professionals in Asia Pacific. The success of this industry is underpinned by a workforce that is skilled and prepared for the future – and it is our combined goal to enhance the standard of this region’s aviation industry.”

The signing took place at the prestigious MRO Asia-Pacific event in Singapore, where both Dviation Group and APLUS reaffirmed their shared vision to support the region's growing aviation needs by delivering cutting-edge, industry-specific training programs.

About Dviation Group

Dviation Group is a leading aviation consultancy, training, and MRO services provider headquartered in Malaysia. With a strong focus on human capital development and industry expertise, Dviation Group has consistently delivered excellence to clients across Asia, Europe, and beyond.

About APLUS

Aplus is an MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) facility catering to commercial aircraft specializing in Line Maintenance services to over 40 local and regional airlines as of today. It also offers aircraft shop support services such as wheels and brakes and battery overhaul and repair as well as calibration, tool loans, and CAAP-certified aviation-related trainings. Aplus today dominates and is recognized as the biggest Line Maintenance services provider in the country based on volume of flights handled.