SINGAPORE: On Wednesday (Sept 25), Embraer announced that SIA Engineering (Philippines) Corporation (SIAEP), a subsidiary of SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC), is the first authorised service centre for Embraer’s E2 jets in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. SIAEP will focus on maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for Embraer’s E-Jets E2 family of aircraft.

SIAEP has been working with Embraer since 2017, when it became an authorised service provider for Embraer’s first-generation E-Jets. The company operates three hangars in Clark, Philippines.

This expansion is part of Embraer’s strategy to grow its services and support in APAC, where its aircraft are increasingly used by airlines. Embraer’s E-Jets are currently flown by carriers in Singapore, Australia, India, Myanmar, Japan, and China.

According to The Edge Singapore, Scoot, a subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA), has a firm order for nine E190-E2 jets. Two of these jets have been flying since May.

Frank Stevens, vice president of global MRO centres for Embraer Services & Support, spoke about the importance of the extended partnership.

He noted, “SIAEP ha...