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Boeing Highlights Opportunities at First Indonesia Aerospace Industry Forum

  • Reaffirmed commitment to Indonesia's industrial priorities and aerospace development aligned with the Golden Indonesia 2045 Vision.
  • Highlighted opportunities for Indonesia’s industry in maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO); training and workforce development, component manufacturing, research and sustainable aviation.
  • Emphasized focus on safety and quality throughout aerospace industry.

BANDUNG, Indonesia, June 11, 2024 — Boeing (NYSE: BA) today hosted more than 100 representatives from Indonesian companies, universities and government agencies at the first Indonesia Aerospace Industry Forum. The Forum aimed to expand opportunities for Indonesia’s industry to collaborate in aerospace supply chain, training, maintenance, repair and overhaul, research and sustainable aviation. The day also focused on the importance of first-pass quality and safety throughout the aerospace sector.

"The Indonesia Aerospace Industry Forum builds on Boeing’s commitment to strengthen the country’s aerospace capabilities,” said Zaid Alami, Country Managing Director, Boeing Indonesia. "Boeing and Indonesia have a strong relationship, spanning 75 years, connecting Indonesia’s 17,000 islands to the world. We will continue to work with Indonesian suppliers and industry, government agencies and universities to provide a foundation for long-term, resilient industrial growth, with a focus on safety and first-pass quality."

Aligned with the Golden Indonesia 2045 Vision, Boeing recognizes the importance of aerospace in economic development and fostering the industry’s sustainable growth.

Boeing and Indonesia have worked for 75 years to support the development of aerospace and defense capabilities in the country through training, supply chain development and collaborations. Today, Boeing’s presence in Indonesia covers commercial aviation, defense, space, supply chain, academia partnerships and talent development efforts across the local industry.

Boeing’s suppliers in Indonesia manufacture components to support commercial airplane production. Boeing aims to cultivate the next generation of aerospace talent in the country by investing in STEM education and development of technical skills among young adults through its community initiatives in Indonesia.

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing's diverse team is committed to innovating for the future, leading with sustainability, and cultivating a culture based on the company's core values of safety, quality and integrity. Join our team and find your purpose at boeing.com/careers.

 

Contacts

Swetha Mahesh
Boeing Southeast Asia Communications
swetha.mahesh@boeing.com