Events

MRO Australasia

Location: Brisbane, Australia Date: November 13—14, 2024

Overview

MRO Australasia, organized by Aviation Week and supported by the Government of Queensland, Australia, is the premier event for information gathering, knowledge sharing, and networking for those involved in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector in the region. The conference will gather more than 360 attendees to network and learn about the crucial issues impacting the industry today.

We will be attending MRO Australasia 2024 and participating in sessions discussing learnings from airline startups, Australasia’s technological advancements, and more.

Learn more about the event, here. 

 

Sessions

Panel Discussions

November 13, 1:30 p.m. —2:00 p.m. AEST
Learning From Airline Startups — Strategies For New Market Entrants

This panel will examine the primary factors that led to the demise of Bonza and the expansion of Rex, and the lessons new entrants in the Australian aviation industry can learn from both cases. We will also discuss the role that partnerships and alliances play in the success of new market entrants, and how they can effectively differentiate themselves in a competitive industry.

Moderator: James Pozzi, MRO editor, EMEA, Aviation Week Network

Speakers:

  • Andreas Hilz, partner, Oliver Wyman
  • Jonas Butautis, board member, Heston MRO
  • Craig Richardson, vice president, Technical, Carlyle Aviation Management
  • Karam Chand, aviation advisor, Pan Pacific Aviation Consultants

 

November 14, 11:00 a.m. —11:30 a.m. AEST
Innovation In The Skies — Australasia’s Technological Advancements

Understanding the potential of new technologies is crucial for staying ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. This session explores the most exciting new technologies, such as AAM or eVTOL, emerging from Australasia in the aviation sector, and how they are transforming the industry, albeit not without their share of challenges. We will also discuss how aviation can manage the commercial risks associated with developing new technology.

Moderator: Andreas Hilz, partner, Oliver Wyman

Speakers:

  • Dr. Reece Clothier, president, Australian Association for Uncrewed Systems
  • Lloyd Armstrong, project manager, Flying Colours Aviation
  • Ryan McMahon, national RPAS training manager, Aviation Australia

 

Meet The Team