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September 28, 2023
COO, Richard Marston speaks to MRO Management about latest industry trends post-pandemic
Our COO, Richard Marston, speaks to MRO Management about the post-pandemic rise in aircraft painting, and the subsequent trends and innovations in liveries and painting systems.
September 14, 2023
MAAS aircraft painters in Kaunas experience ‘the bigger picture’
Last month, our team based in Kaunas, Lithuania took a day away from the bays and were taken on a tour of Kaunas Airport by Business Unit Manager, Artūras Stankevičius.
August 22, 2023
Two months until MRO Europe 2023
Join us at this year's event at the RAI, Amsterdam, The Netherlands from the 18th - 19th October.
July 28, 2023
Striving for sustainable bizjet liveries – CCO Richard Marston shares his insights
What can be done to reduce the environmental footprint of business jet completions and refurbishments? In the latest issue of Business Jet Interiors International, our CCO Richard Marston speaks to Marisa Garcia about how MAAS Aviation strive to maximise sustainable practices in aircraft livery painting.
July 19, 2023
CEO, Jan van Engelen “in the hot seat” with AviTrader MRO
In the latest issue of AviTrader MRO, our CEO Jan van Engelen, was put "in the hot seat" by Keith Mwanalushi in this Q&A interview, discussing his goals for MAAS Aviation, key trends in aircraft painting services and MAAS' sustainability efforts.
July 11, 2023
MAAS installs new state-of-the-art MIS
In the latest issue of Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT) magazine, our COO-USA, Geoff Myrick talks to editor Walker Jaroch about MAAS Aviation’s in-house training for aircraft painters.
June 15, 2023
Paris Air Show 2023
Tim Macdougald, Chief Business Development Officer, will be representing MAAS at the International Paris Air Show next week.
June 6, 2023
MRO BEER 2023
Richard Marston our CCO, and Tracy Jarman our Sales Manager, will be representing MAAS Aviation at this year’s MRO BEER in Warsaw, Poland on 14th and 15th of June 2023.
May 23, 2023
In Memory of Darragh Hall
It is with immense sadness that we share the passing of Darragh Hall, the founder and visionary behind the success of MAAS Aviation.
April 14, 2023
Creating Painting MAASters: Learning to Paint the right way
In the latest issue of Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT) magazine, our COO-USA, Geoff Myrick talks to editor Walker Jaroch about MAAS Aviation’s in-house training for aircraft painters.
April 11, 2023
MRO Americas 2023
Our COO – USA, Geoffrey Myrick, will be representing the MAAS Aviation team at MRO Americas in Atlanta next week.
March 31, 2023
Fast 5: MAAS Aviation Pursues Sustainable Aircraft Painting
Richard Marston, Chief Commercial Officer at MAAS Aviation, speaks to MRO Management about their long-term partnership with Ryanair, in the November/December 2022 issue of the magazine.
March 8, 2023
First ever Airbus A320 painted by MAAS Aviation’s all-female team in the United States
“We take equality seriously at MAAS, so I’m very proud that the first all-female paint team in our company’s history, and likely in all aircraft painting history, is based at our Mobile, Alabama facility” says Geoffrey Myrick, Chief Operating Officer - USA – MAAS Aviation
March 1, 2023
MAAS Aviation announce Jan van Engelen as new Chief Executive Officer
“Jan brings a wealth of relevant experience and knowledge, plus a fresh perspective and approach. He is a great fit for the business and I have total confidence that he is the right person to lead MAAS to continued future success. We are very fortunate to have him join our team.” says Tim Macdougald – MAAS Aviation.
January 6, 2023
Into the Blue
Richard Marston, Chief Commercial Officer at MAAS Aviation, speaks to MRO Management about their long-term partnership with Ryanair, in the November/December 2022 issue of the magazine.
December 21, 2022
ChristMAAS is in the air
It’s that time of year again! The team at MAAS Aviation would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a festive season filled with joy, and a happy and prosperous new year.
We are looking forward to seeing what 2023 brings for us all!
October 18, 2022
Environmental responsibility by design: MAAS Aviation announces new sustainability initiatives
“Sustainability has its challenges in our industry, but we are committed to investing in innovative solutions that make a real difference” says Richard Marston, CCO.
September 28, 2022
MRO Europe 2022
MAAS Aviation are exhibiting at MRO Europe 2022 at the ExCeL, London on 19th and 20th October. We hope to see you there!
August 1, 2022
MAAS Aviation welcomes Malachy McEnroe to the team as Chief Financial Officer
“Malachy brings significant expertise and international experience to MAAS Aviation. His appointment further strengthens and complements our expert management team which provides additional capacity to support the Group’s growth plans” says Tim Macdougald, Chief Executive Officer
June 14, 2022
MAAS Aviation shoots and scores with football themed livery for Turkish carrier Corendon Airlines
“We are delighted to welcome Corendon Airlines onboard as a customer and our team really enjoyed creating this unique livery to mark their status as the Hull City ‘Tigers’ official travel partner.” says Tracy Jarman, Sales Manager Europe – MAAS Aviation
May 26, 2022
MAAS Aviation predicts colourful horizons ahead
“The industry is seeing strong post-pandemic growth as travel restrictions ease and we go back to everyday life. With more aircraft returning to the skies, the global MAAS teams have been busy with programmes for new and existing customers throughout the first quarter of this year.” says Richard Marston, CCO – MAAS Aviation
April 27, 2022
MAAS Welcomes Andrew Hoad
MAAS Aviation strengthens management team and appoints Andrew Hoad to Non-Executive Director
April 1, 2022
Growth Frontiers Dublin 2022
MAAS Aviation are exhibiting at Growth Frontiers Dublin at the RDS, Dublin from 9th - 11th May. We hope to see you there!
March 1, 2022
Unique VIP livery Takes to the Skies
Special livery for BBJ owners created by a cooperation between MAAS Aviation and Mankiewicz Coating Solutions
February 25, 2022
Young designer sees her own livery colours fly!
MAAS presents competition winner with uniquely painted aircraft model.
February 17, 2022
AkzoNobel supports MAAS Aviation in major sustainability drive – MAAS features in Reflections Magazine
In opening a purpose-built twin bay paint shop at Kaunas Airport in Lithuania at the beginning of2021, MAAS Aviation was making a bold statement. It was not only increasing its global capacity –the business can now handle up to 490 aircraft per year across its 11 paint shops – but it was also highlighting its expertise in working with other aviation industry leaders.
February 7, 2022
MAAS Aviation announces new global role for Richard Marston to support continued expansion plans
“Richard will be fundamental in delivering the next phase of MAAS’ development as we grow our global footprint far beyond our current operations” says Tim Macdougald, CEO – MAAS Aviation
January 27, 2022
HMG Aeroreels – MAAS Aviation
Ever wondered how you paint an aircraft? How long does it take? How many coats are needed? …and how do you get to those hard-to-reach areas? In this HMG Aeroreel video, Tim Macdougal, MAAS Aviation CEO, and Richard Marston, Chief Commercial Officer, explain the process from start to finish to Glenn Sands at LARA Magazine. Watch the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07RW5HPacIM
Video courtesy of LARA magazine: https://www.laranews.net/
January 6, 2022
Global Market Outlook 2022: A New Era for MRO?
How will the MRO industry fare in 2022? Which regions will recover quickest from the pandemic? And what are the innovations to watch? Jason Holland from MRO Management spoke to a selection of the sector’s biggest names, including Richard Marston of MAAS Aviation, to get the answers.
December 23, 2021
Season’s Greetings 2021
Season’s Greetings! Now that we’re coming to the end of the year, we’d like to wish everyone a very Merry ChristMAAS, and a Happy New Year. The team at MAAS Aviation send their best wishes for 2022, and hope that you all have a colourful festive season.
October 12, 2021
Anything but plain looking – MAAS features in LARA’s latest issue
There is a lot more to painting an aircraft than meets the eye. It’s not just about making them look pretty, and it’s nothing like painting a car. LARA’s Glenn Sands goes to MAAS Aviation to be enlightened.
September 29, 2021
MRO Europe 2021
MAAS Aviation are exhibiting at MRO Europe 2021 at the RAI, Amsterdam on 20th and 21st October. We hope to see you there!
September 27, 2021
Sustainability
Environmental responsibility by design. It’s such an integral part of the MAAS Aviation business model that we have a dedicated Environmental Manager to oversee all elements of our sustainability programme.
May 1, 2021
Visibility is everything – MAAS talks to AviTrader MRO
MAAS Aviation is positioning for greater visibility in the aircraft paint and coatings market. Chief Executive Tim Macdougald talks to Keith Mwanalushi about the multi-year strategic plan for the company.
March 8, 2021
MAAS Aviation partners with FL Technics to create world class re-delivery centre in Kaunas, Lithuania
“Combining OEM quality aircraft painting with MRO capabilities offers lessors a multi-specialist experience for asset transitions” says Tim Macdougald, CEO – MAAS Aviation
February 16, 2021
MAAS Aviation opens new world-class aircraft paint shop in Kaunas, Lithuania
“The addition of this OEM quality facility increases our MRO capacity in Europe by 40%” says Tim Macdougald, CEO – MAAS Aviation
August 3, 2020
Proudly Supporting Flight Works Alabama
MAAS Aviation Sponsors the New Interactive and Educational Center in Mobile
April 27, 2020
ACJ319 Re-Finishing
MAAS Aviation Completes the Re-Finishing of 2 ACJ319 Aircraft for K5 Aviation
March 16, 2020
Statement on COVID-19
MAAS Aviation’s Continuing Response Efforts to the Novel Coronavirus Pandemic
February 4, 2020
A220 Qualification
MAAS Aviation Gains Approval from Airbus for A220 Aircraft Exterior Finishing
January 2, 2020
MAAS Welcomes Richard Marston
MAAS Appoints Richard Marston as Director of Customer Service, Sales and Marketing – EMEA
October 18, 2019
MRO Expansion in Europe at Kaunas Airport in Lithuania
“Kaunas is an excellent location for aircraft painting.” says Tim Macdougald, CEO – MAAS Aviation
May 23, 2019
Egeria Completes Acquisition of MAAS Aviation
Egeria, An Amsterdam Based Investment Company, Acquires a Majority Interest in MAAS Aviation
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