JATS (Jordan Airline Training & Simulation) is the latest aerospace company to buy-in to the initiative of introducing young people to the world of aerospace.

TAM MRO announced a five-year goal to expand third-party services by 20% annually.

ST Aerospace Technologies (Xiamen), the joint venture between ST Aerospace and Xiamen Aviation Industry Co., opened a $78 million engine MRO facility in Xiamen.

Founding chairman of MEBAA – the Middle East Business Aviation Association – Ali Al Naqbi has been appointed to the board of Comlux. The Swiss-headquartered VIP charter with a major base in Bahrain.

Arinc Direct is to expand its Middle East operations with the opening of an office in Dubai.

Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker has been elected to the Executive Committee of the Arab Air Carriers Organisation (AACO). Al Baker has joined the organisation's executive body for a three-year term.

Emirates has announced the appointment of a new country manager in Iraq to support the airline's growth within the country.

UK-based defence manufacturer L-3 is opening a new international office in Abu Dhabi to expand its presence in the Middle East and provide increased, localised support for its customers and partners in the region.