KUALA LUMPUR, The National Aerospace Industry Corporation Malaysia (Naico Malaysia), Dassault Systemes Singapore Pte Ltd and Feiran Technology Sdn Bhd have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to drive innovation and transformation within the Malaysian aerospace industry through the implementation of state-of-the-art digital solutions. In a statement today, Naico said the MoU was signed during the Farnborough Airshow in the United Kingdom. The MoU outlines a comprehensive collaboration between three entities on the development of the Aerospace Laboratory '3D Visualisation Lab' which will serve as a cornerstone of the National Aerospace Centre of Excellence Project. 'This lab will leverage cutting-edge technologies such as robotics, automation, and virtual-augmented-mixed reality to foster a globally competitive aerospace industry in Malaysia,' it said. Naico also said that another significant component of the collaboration is the Malaysia Aerospace Digital System (MADS), a project aimed at digitisi ng the local aerospace ecosystem. 'MADS will facilitate the transformation of the supply chain, maintenance, repairs, and operations operators, and meet the original equipment manufacturer requirements through a robust digital framework incorporating machine learning and cybersecurity,' it said. Naico Malaysia chief executive officer Shamsul Kamar Abu Samah said the MoU marked a pivotal step in the journey to position Malaysia as a regional aerospace hub. 'Through our collaboration with Dassault Systemes and Feiran Technology, we are committed to harnessing digital innovations to elevate our aerospace industry to new heights. We are confident these initiatives will significantly contribute to our goals outlined in the Malaysian Aerospace Industry Blueprint 2030 and the 12th Malaysia Plan,' he said. The MoU also includes the establishment of the Naico Industry Training Centre, which will position the agency as a certified training hub for Dassault Systemes' 3DEXPERIENCE Platform. Source: BERNAMA News Age ncy