Safran Landing Systems expands its carbon brake plant and opens an MRO center in Malaysia, investing 136 million euros to boost production for Asia-Pacific airlines.
Safran expands in Malaysia
Safran Landing Systems, a French aerospace company, officially opened an expanded carbon brake manufacturing plant in Sendayan, Malaysia, and a new maintenance, repair, and overhaul center in Nilai. These projects are part of a larger investment of 136 million euros aimed at supporting regional aviation needs. Expansion details in Sendayan
The Sendayan plant expansion covers 7,000 square meters and includes new textile production lines, carbonization furnaces, and machining equipment. This part of the investment alone totals 134 million euros, reflecting a major boost to the facility’s capabilities. Workforce and production goals
The Sendayan site currently employs 160 people and is projected to double its carbon brake disk production capacity by 2028. This growth will support the increasing demand for aircraft components in the Asia-Pacific region. Nilai MRO center established
In Nilai, Safran opened a 1,000-square-meter maintenance, repair, and overhaul center, which required a 2 million euro investment. This facility is strategically located near Kuala Lumpur International Airport to handle aircraft components from the Sendayan plant. Aircraft models supported
The new facilities will service a range of aircraft, including Airbus A320 and A350 models, Boeing 737, 777, and 787, as well as ATR regional planes. These platforms rely on Safran’s carbon brake systems for safe and efficient operation. Future employment plans
Safran Landing Systems aims to grow its workforce in Malaysia to 220 employees by 2030, with roles split between production at Sendayan and maintenance activities at the Nilai center. This expansion underscores the company’s long-term commitment to the region.
