Selangor: Selangor is aiming to further strengthen its position as Malaysia's leading aerospace hub and a key regional player by expanding its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities, developing skilled talent and enhancing its investment ecosystem.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Selangor executive councillor for Investment, Trade and Mobility Ng Sze Han stated that the state is currently home to nearly 70 per cent of Malaysia's aerospace companies. This concentration is supported by the presence of two major aviation gateways: the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). The state government is targeting to increase its share to more than 70 per cent by 2030.
Ng highlighted that Subang has long been the heart of Malaysia's MRO industry. The new 600-acre Selangor Aero Park at KLIA is developing with GE Aerospace as its anchor tenant, focusing on engine testing and MRO facilities. The state aims to advance in the MRO value chain, moving from traditional airframe maintenance to engines and components, which offer better jobs and higher economic returns. Ng shared these insights during his opening address at the Selangor Aerospace Forum 2026, held alongside the MyAero Summit.
Ng also mentioned that Selangor plans to produce about 22,000 skilled aerospace workers by 2030 through investments in education and training to meet the growing industry demand. The state government remains committed to strengthening infrastructure and providing support for investors, ensuring Selangor's position as the preferred destination for global aerospace companies.
Meanwhile, Invest Selangor chief executive officer Datuk Hasan Azhari Idris noted the global aviation industry is facing challenges from geopolitical tensions, conflict-driven airspace disruptions, and fuel price volatility. These issues require industry players to build resilience, maintain financial discipline, and forge strategic partnerships for long-term sustainability.
Hasan Azhari explained that the forum would address key strategic issues, including Selangor's role as Malaysia's aerospace growth engine, strengthening the country's aerospace supply chain, scaling Malaysia's MRO leadership, and accelerating the development of the Low Altitude Economy. The forum will also consider China's experience in developing its Low Altitude Economy, identifying opportunities, regulatory frameworks, and cross-border collaborations that could support growth in Malaysia and the ASEAN region.
He emphasized that the discussions focus on ensuring seamless connectivity, sustainable growth, and a resilient Malaysian aviation industry prepared for future challenges. The Selangor Aerospace Forum convenes today alongside the MyAERO Summit 2026, Malaysia's premier aerospace and future mobility event, under the theme 'Advancing Aerospace Value Chains Across the Region.' It unites policymakers, investors, and industry leaders to navigate current challenges, explore emerging opportunities, and chart the future of the aerospace ecosystem in Malaysia and the broader ASEAN region.