Singapore-based SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Stratasys to form a strategic partnership that will enable fast adoption of 3D-printed production parts in the commercial aviation sector.
As part of the deal, SIAEC and Stratasys will explore the formation of a joint venture, the majority of which will be owned by the former.
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The companies are also planning to establish a Singapore-based additive manufacturing service centre to provide design, engineering, certification support and component production to SIAEC’s existing partners and customers.
For the proposed venture, Stratasys will provide its expertise related to additive manufacturing or 3D printing technology.
SIAEC CEO Png Kim Chiang said: “Our collaboration will strengthen SIAEC’s comprehensive suite of MRO solutions and enhance our support to customers, especially in the region.”
With line maintenance services at 36 airports in seven countries worldwide, the company currently serves more than 80 international carriers and aerospace equipment manufacturers.
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By GlobalDataStratasys CEO Ilan Levin said: “As we have shown with our existing relationships with leading aerospace manufacturers, including Airbus and Boeing, we are committed to advancing the use of additive manufacturing for high requirement aerospace applications.
“By working closely with SIAEC, we are extending that focus to solve the unique challenges of the MRO segment and further drive adoption.”
Last October, Stratasys partnered with Airbus to produce standardised ULTEM 9085 resins using 3D printing technology for A350 XWB aircraft parts.
