Kuala lumpur: The Malaysian Technology Development Corporation (MTDC) reinforced its role as the nation’s deep-tech enabler with the opening of Aeromart Summit Kuala Lumpur (ASKL) 2025 at the MATRADE Exhibition and Convention Centre (MECC).
According to BERNAMA News Agency, as the Strategic Investment Partner to the summit, MTDC is using the platform to connect Malaysian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and technology companies directly with global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), Tier-1 suppliers, and leaders in maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) at one of Southeast Asia’s most significant aerospace business conventions.
MTDC chairman Tan Sri Abd Rahman Mamat emphasized that the summit represents a significant shift in Malaysia’s role in global aerospace supply chains, transitioning from passive participation to strategic contribution. He noted that Malaysia has developed real capabilities in aerostructures, digital engineering, MRO, and precision machining. The next steps involve scaling these capabilities, integrating more SMEs into global programs, and addressing gaps in certification, productivity, and technology adoption.
Chief Executive Officer Mohammad Hazani Hassan highlighted that the combination of financing, business-matching, and technical support aligns with MTDC’s mission to promote deep technology adoption across strategic sectors, including aerospace. He pointed out that advancements in machining capabilities for aerospace can also benefit other industries, such as electric vehicle components, rail systems, and advanced energy equipment. The aerospace sector is being used as a test bed to enhance the overall industrial base and deep-tech readiness.
Looking forward, MTDC plans to concentrate on three areas in aerospace and next-generation mobility: building industrial capability, enhancing supplier readiness, and future-proofing human capital. ASKL 2025, recognized as Southeast Asia’s key aerospace business convention, will feature exhibitions, customized business-to-business (B2B) meetings, and summit sessions focusing on aerospace and MRO. The event is scheduled to occur from December 10 to 11, 2025, at the MECC.