Dermot works with airlines and MROs across the Asia–Pacific region to harness flight and asset data for improved operational efficiency. Since joining GE Aerospace in 2018, he has focused on applying digital solutions and maintenance technologies to help operators optimise performance, reduce costs, and enhance reliability. He is passionate about demonstrating how data-driven insights can…
Lahiru joined Jetstar in 2021 as a Reliability Engineer and transitioned into his current role in 2023. Lahiru leads the development and implementation of predictive maintenance strategies across Boeing and Airbus fleets, using data analytics to improve reliability, reduce disruptions, and support cost-effective operations.
Nicolas is an aeronautical engineer with 15 years of international experience. As a Principal Research Fellow at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s Aviation Services Research Centre (ASRC), a centre partnered with The Boeing Company, he leads R&D projects supporting the regional aircraft MRO industry. His work focuses on advanced coating removal and NDT methods. Previously,…
Yukifumi Ueda is Vice President and General Manager of engine, component and supply-chain for engineering and maintenance at All Nippon Airways (ANA), based in Tokyo. He assumed the role in April 2024. He oversees purchasing, planning, contracts and spare parts supply chain management, as well as in-house and contracted maintenance of engines and components. Previously,…
Manuel has over 15 years of experience at Airbus, with the last eight years focused on predictive maintenance. In his current role as a Predictive Maintenance Airline Representative, he acts as a key technical focal point for prospective and existing airline customers. He previously managed a team of predictive maintenance engineers and led the development…
Joan Ng is a Predictive Maintenance Specialist at Singapore Airlines with expertise in data-driven maintenance practices. Since joining in 2017, she has developed prognostics capabilities for the airline, preventing aircraft delays and transforming maintenance processes. As the Airbus Skywise focal, she works closely with the technical services and drives predictive maintenance programmes in collaboration with…
Scott leads the AJW Group’s commercial strategy across its diverse business lines, including all sales, revenue, contracts, procurement, and supplier management. With 36 years’ experience in leasing, airlines, OEM, and MRO sectors, he has built and led high-performing commercial, sales, and marketing teams. Scott holds an Executive MBA with Distinction and is passionate about fostering…
Dr. Nithia Kumar is an accomplished aviation engineering professional with 30 years of experience in airline engineering and MRO in Malaysia Airlines. He began his career as a licensed aircraft engineer, holding multiple type ratings on Boeing 737, Boeing 777, Airbus A330, and Airbus A380 aircraft. Over the years, he has advanced into senior management…
Bobby has over 30 years of airline and aviation experience. He has been with Teledyne Aerospace Electronics since December 2022 as a Data Specialist, working on various data management projects. His prior experience includes 29 years at Delta Air Lines working in various maintenance roles including avionics, line maintenance, 777 technical specialist, and helping start…
