Malaysia Officially Takes Delivery Of First Scorpene Submarine
Malaysia took delivery of the KD Tunku Abdul Rahman, its first submarine, at the Toulun naval base, France, on Saturday. It was launched in October 2007 and had been undergoing trials at sea.
Malaysia's second submarine, KD Tun Razak, is expected to be delivered in October this year.
Refer to 'Scorpene subs laid down and launched'
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Thursday, January 29, 2009
Friday, January 16, 2009
Malaysia's AIROD confident of growth in Economic Challenging Times
AIROD is a Malaysian MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) company.
According to THE STAR (published: Friday January 16, 2009), Airod Sdn Bhd is confident of a 10 percent growth in revenue this year, with its aggressive expansion into markets in Africa and the Middle East.
"In fact, to cope with the growing demand of MRO projects, Airod is planning two more new hanger facilities within the next two to three years."
At present, AIROD has 6 hangars.
The link to the story can be found here.
Click here to get to AIROD.
According to THE STAR (published: Friday January 16, 2009), Airod Sdn Bhd is confident of a 10 percent growth in revenue this year, with its aggressive expansion into markets in Africa and the Middle East.
"In fact, to cope with the growing demand of MRO projects, Airod is planning two more new hanger facilities within the next two to three years."
At present, AIROD has 6 hangars.
The link to the story can be found here.
Click here to get to AIROD.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Arrival of Malaysia's Newly Acquired Submarimes
According to The Star and Bernama on Friday Jan 9, Malaysia's newly acquired submarines are anticipated to arrive at the Sepanggar naval base in July, 2009.
Sepanggar Naval Base is located in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. It is TLDM's HQ Naval Region II. TLDM Tanjung Gelang, Pahang is HQ Naval Region I.
The names of the two Scorpene submarines are
1) KD Tunku Abdul Rahman - expected in July
2) KD Tun Abdul Razak - expected at the end of the year
See also:
Scorpene Launch
Sepanggar Naval Base is located in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. It is TLDM's HQ Naval Region II. TLDM Tanjung Gelang, Pahang is HQ Naval Region I.
The names of the two Scorpene submarines are
1) KD Tunku Abdul Rahman - expected in July
2) KD Tun Abdul Razak - expected at the end of the year
See also:
Scorpene Launch
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
News: Bernama 9/12/08
The official date for LIMA 2009 has been set as the 1st to 5th December 2009.
LIMA enthusiasts mark this down in your calendars!
LIMA enthusiasts mark this down in your calendars!
News: From NST 9/12/08
LIMA 2009 will have a significant change over previous LIMAs as the maritime and air exhibitions will now be managed and organised by one company, HW Lima.
The main part of both the maritime and aerospace exhibitions will be in Langkawi's Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre, the first time that the two exhibitions are co-located.
The apparent main reason for this change is to improve coordination between the air and naval sectors of LIMA.
The main part of both the maritime and aerospace exhibitions will be in Langkawi's Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre, the first time that the two exhibitions are co-located.
The apparent main reason for this change is to improve coordination between the air and naval sectors of LIMA.
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
LIMA2007 - Channel to Improve Ties among countries
Britain-Malaysia Ties To Become Stronger Through LIMA 2007
BERNAMA December 03, 2007
LANGKAWI, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- The ninth edition of the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (LIMA) Exhibition 2007 is a channel to foster closer relations between Britain and Malaysia, a British delegate said Monday.
Britain's Defence Export Services Organisation public affairs director, Adam Thomas, said this was reflected in the strong British presence at Lima which will be opened tonight by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi.
"I think that other players see the exhibition as a place to sign deals. But for us, it is not only limited to signing several contracts. It's a nice place to strengthen relations (between Britain and Malaysia).
"For us, LIMA 2007 is not just one of the more important regional shows because we think that it can be considered as one of the best shows in the world," he said.
It is learnt that over 20 British companies, including well-known names such BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce and VT Shipbuilding, are taking part in the event.
-- BERNAMA
BERNAMA December 03, 2007
LANGKAWI, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- The ninth edition of the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (LIMA) Exhibition 2007 is a channel to foster closer relations between Britain and Malaysia, a British delegate said Monday.
Britain's Defence Export Services Organisation public affairs director, Adam Thomas, said this was reflected in the strong British presence at Lima which will be opened tonight by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi.
"I think that other players see the exhibition as a place to sign deals. But for us, it is not only limited to signing several contracts. It's a nice place to strengthen relations (between Britain and Malaysia).
"For us, LIMA 2007 is not just one of the more important regional shows because we think that it can be considered as one of the best shows in the world," he said.
It is learnt that over 20 British companies, including well-known names such BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce and VT Shipbuilding, are taking part in the event.
-- BERNAMA
Cougar - long-range tactical transport helicopter - manufacturer:Eurocopter
Latest Cougar Long-range Tactical Copter On Show At LIMA 2007
BERNAMA December 03, 2007
LANGKAWI, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- Eurocopter, the world's leading helicopter manufacturer, will display the latest of the Cougar Family's long-range tactical transport helicopter at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2007.
Known as EC 725, the copter, which is being used by the French Air Force will be displayed with its state-of-the-art technology for utility and military (combat) search and rescue.
The Franco-German-Spanish Eurocopter Group's spokesman said the EC 725 is designed to perform search and rescue operations, combat SAR (satellite access request), long distance tactical transport missions and also medical transport and logistical services.
"It is a medium-class twin-engine helicopter, whose performance capabilities have noticeably increased compared to all previous Cougar versions," the spokeman said.
Other Eurocopter aircraft on display include the Hornbill Skyway EC 135 P2i and Squirrel AS355 of the Royal Malaysia Police.
The Dauphin AS365 N3 which belongs to the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency will also be on display at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre, venue of the aerospace division of LIMA 2007, added the spokesman.
Eurocopter, which is one of the major helocopter exhibitors at the event, offers the largest range of civil and military helicopters in the world.
The group is the world's number one helicopter manufacturer with a turnover of 3.8 billion euros (1 euro=RM4.91), holding a 52 percent market share in the civil and parapublic sectors.
The group's products account for 30 percent of the world helicopter fleet.
More than 9,800 Eurocopter helicopters are in service with over 2,800 customers in 140 countries.
-- BERNAMA
BERNAMA December 03, 2007
LANGKAWI, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- Eurocopter, the world's leading helicopter manufacturer, will display the latest of the Cougar Family's long-range tactical transport helicopter at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2007.
Known as EC 725, the copter, which is being used by the French Air Force will be displayed with its state-of-the-art technology for utility and military (combat) search and rescue.
The Franco-German-Spanish Eurocopter Group's spokesman said the EC 725 is designed to perform search and rescue operations, combat SAR (satellite access request), long distance tactical transport missions and also medical transport and logistical services.
"It is a medium-class twin-engine helicopter, whose performance capabilities have noticeably increased compared to all previous Cougar versions," the spokeman said.
Other Eurocopter aircraft on display include the Hornbill Skyway EC 135 P2i and Squirrel AS355 of the Royal Malaysia Police.
The Dauphin AS365 N3 which belongs to the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency will also be on display at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre, venue of the aerospace division of LIMA 2007, added the spokesman.
Eurocopter, which is one of the major helocopter exhibitors at the event, offers the largest range of civil and military helicopters in the world.
The group is the world's number one helicopter manufacturer with a turnover of 3.8 billion euros (1 euro=RM4.91), holding a 52 percent market share in the civil and parapublic sectors.
The group's products account for 30 percent of the world helicopter fleet.
More than 9,800 Eurocopter helicopters are in service with over 2,800 customers in 140 countries.
-- BERNAMA
Baung Utara Sdn Bhd - SME Boat Manufacturer showcases in LIMA2007
SME Boat Builder To Make Presence Felt At LIMA 2007
BERNAMA December 03, 2007
By Mohamad Iswandi Kasan Anuar
LANGKAWI, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- Boat manufacturer, Baung Utara Sdn Bhd, aims to make its presence felt at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2007 (LIMA 2007).
It is the only local small and medium enterprise builder in the company of more established builders
- Boustead Naval Shipyard,
- MTU Services,
- Realmild,
- Nautica Nova and
- MIMOS
at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre and the maritime component at the Awana Porto Malai.
Managing director, Kamarul Hisham Mohamed Yusof, said the company started its operations in Sungai Kedah, Kedah, using the flat bottom boat 'Scooper'.
"The boats were mainly used for cruise packages and other operations in the rivers. Using the aircraft wing technology, we were able to stabilise the boats even with all 10 men on one side.
"We updated our product with continuous research and development until we have successfully produced several types of boats for the river activities," he told Bernama in an interview.
He said the company has produced operational boats -- fibreglass assault boat and rescue aluminium boat (RAB) -- for the army and rescue teams.
"The FAB is expected to get a patent licence by next August.
"Last month, the company delivered 100 units RAB to Fire and Rescue Department under a RM6.25 million deal, the largest contract so far," he said.
Kamarul said the company would also showcase its latest boats -- 5.7 aluminium and 5.4 fibreglass -- for commercial use at the exhibition.
"The demand, local and overseas, for our commercial boats is good.
"We hope to get more clients at this exhibition as it is now a trend for middle-income family to own a boat," he said.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi will open LIMA 2007 at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre in Padang Matsirat here tomorrow.
-- BERNAMA
BERNAMA December 03, 2007
By Mohamad Iswandi Kasan Anuar
LANGKAWI, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- Boat manufacturer, Baung Utara Sdn Bhd, aims to make its presence felt at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2007 (LIMA 2007).
It is the only local small and medium enterprise builder in the company of more established builders
- Boustead Naval Shipyard,
- MTU Services,
- Realmild,
- Nautica Nova and
- MIMOS
at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre and the maritime component at the Awana Porto Malai.
Managing director, Kamarul Hisham Mohamed Yusof, said the company started its operations in Sungai Kedah, Kedah, using the flat bottom boat 'Scooper'.
"The boats were mainly used for cruise packages and other operations in the rivers. Using the aircraft wing technology, we were able to stabilise the boats even with all 10 men on one side.
"We updated our product with continuous research and development until we have successfully produced several types of boats for the river activities," he told Bernama in an interview.
He said the company has produced operational boats -- fibreglass assault boat and rescue aluminium boat (RAB) -- for the army and rescue teams.
"The FAB is expected to get a patent licence by next August.
"Last month, the company delivered 100 units RAB to Fire and Rescue Department under a RM6.25 million deal, the largest contract so far," he said.
Kamarul said the company would also showcase its latest boats -- 5.7 aluminium and 5.4 fibreglass -- for commercial use at the exhibition.
"The demand, local and overseas, for our commercial boats is good.
"We hope to get more clients at this exhibition as it is now a trend for middle-income family to own a boat," he said.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi will open LIMA 2007 at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre in Padang Matsirat here tomorrow.
-- BERNAMA
National Aerospace & Defence Industries (NADI) - LIMA 2007's Biggest Malaysian Exhibitor
BERNAMA December 03, 2007
LANGKAWI, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- Premier aerospace and defence group National Aerospace & Defence Industries Sdn Bhd (Nadi) is the country's largest exhibitor at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2007.
The group and its subsidiary companies, which have taken up more than 600 sq m of exhibition space, are showcasing their wide-ranging aerospace related products and services for both local and international markets.
"LIMA 2007 not only offers the group an opportunity to enhance awareness of our capabilites and track record but also enables us to position ourselves as a player that meets the highest international standards and practices," Nadi's organising committee chairman for LIMA 2007, Brig Gen (Rtd) Datuk Abdul Rahim Abdul Rahman, said.
He was speaking to reporters at the media walkabout of the exhibition booths at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (Aerospace Division).
LIMA 2007, from tomorrow to Saturday, sees the group participating for the ninth consecutive time, with subsidiaries present including Airod Sdn Bhd, SME Ordnance Sdn Bhd and SME Aerospace Sdn Bhd.
Nadi's key clients include the Royal Malaysian Air Force, Malaysian Army, Royal Malaysian Navy, Department of Civil Aviation, the air forces of Yemen, Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand, GKN Aerospace Services-Structures (UK) and BAE Systems Ltd.
-- BERNAMA
LANGKAWI, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- Premier aerospace and defence group National Aerospace & Defence Industries Sdn Bhd (Nadi) is the country's largest exhibitor at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2007.
The group and its subsidiary companies, which have taken up more than 600 sq m of exhibition space, are showcasing their wide-ranging aerospace related products and services for both local and international markets.
"LIMA 2007 not only offers the group an opportunity to enhance awareness of our capabilites and track record but also enables us to position ourselves as a player that meets the highest international standards and practices," Nadi's organising committee chairman for LIMA 2007, Brig Gen (Rtd) Datuk Abdul Rahim Abdul Rahman, said.
He was speaking to reporters at the media walkabout of the exhibition booths at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (Aerospace Division).
LIMA 2007, from tomorrow to Saturday, sees the group participating for the ninth consecutive time, with subsidiaries present including Airod Sdn Bhd, SME Ordnance Sdn Bhd and SME Aerospace Sdn Bhd.
Nadi's key clients include the Royal Malaysian Air Force, Malaysian Army, Royal Malaysian Navy, Department of Civil Aviation, the air forces of Yemen, Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand, GKN Aerospace Services-Structures (UK) and BAE Systems Ltd.
-- BERNAMA
LIMA 2007 starts!
THE STAR December 04, 2007
Lima 2007 off to roaring start
LANGKAWI: The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (Lima) 2007 Exhibition roared off to spectacular start as fighter jets seared the sky here with an awe-inspiring aerial display.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi and his wife Datin Seri Jeanne Abdullah joined the large crowds witnessing the 90-minute long display that showcased several skilful aerobatic formations.
The Royal Air Force (RAF) Aerobatic team, popularly known as the Red Arrows, from Britain lived up to its name as nine display pilots streaked across the sky with their trademark manoeuvres.
The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF)’s three-man MIG-29 fighter jet team from the 19th Squadron in Kuantan, Pahang also mesmerised the crowd with their precision tactical display.
A solo aerial display by an RMAF Sukhoi SU-30MKM jet displayed the aircraft’s agility, especially when the pilot manoeuvred it to scale sharply up 90 degrees and later dropped freely, making several circular spins.
Four RMAF F/A 18-D Hornet aircrafts also took part in a heart-stopping air-to-air refuelling exercise with a KC-130 Hercules air refueller aircraft.
Also taking part in the aerial display were four C-130 aircraft, four RMAF Hawks, two Nuris and two A-109 light observation helicopters.
While the airfield seizure exercise by the 10th Paratrooper Brigade from Malacca remained cancelled, nine paratroopers from the RMAF Special Forces’ commandos did a freefall from a CN 235 transport aircraft.
One of the 18 Sukhoi aircraft that the Malaysian government had recently bought were later officially handed over to Abdullah in a simple ceremony at the tarmac.
RMAF commanding officer Kol Suri Mohd Daud, from the 11th squadron in Gong Kedak, Trengganu gave a briefing when Abdullah and Jeanne took a short tour of the aircraft.
THE STAR
Lima 2007 off to roaring start
LANGKAWI: The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (Lima) 2007 Exhibition roared off to spectacular start as fighter jets seared the sky here with an awe-inspiring aerial display.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi and his wife Datin Seri Jeanne Abdullah joined the large crowds witnessing the 90-minute long display that showcased several skilful aerobatic formations.
The Royal Air Force (RAF) Aerobatic team, popularly known as the Red Arrows, from Britain lived up to its name as nine display pilots streaked across the sky with their trademark manoeuvres.
The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF)’s three-man MIG-29 fighter jet team from the 19th Squadron in Kuantan, Pahang also mesmerised the crowd with their precision tactical display.
A solo aerial display by an RMAF Sukhoi SU-30MKM jet displayed the aircraft’s agility, especially when the pilot manoeuvred it to scale sharply up 90 degrees and later dropped freely, making several circular spins.
Four RMAF F/A 18-D Hornet aircrafts also took part in a heart-stopping air-to-air refuelling exercise with a KC-130 Hercules air refueller aircraft.
Also taking part in the aerial display were four C-130 aircraft, four RMAF Hawks, two Nuris and two A-109 light observation helicopters.
While the airfield seizure exercise by the 10th Paratrooper Brigade from Malacca remained cancelled, nine paratroopers from the RMAF Special Forces’ commandos did a freefall from a CN 235 transport aircraft.
One of the 18 Sukhoi aircraft that the Malaysian government had recently bought were later officially handed over to Abdullah in a simple ceremony at the tarmac.
RMAF commanding officer Kol Suri Mohd Daud, from the 11th squadron in Gong Kedak, Trengganu gave a briefing when Abdullah and Jeanne took a short tour of the aircraft.
THE STAR
Sukhoi SU-30MKM aircraft perform in LIMA2007
BERNAMA December 05, 2007
Sukhoi Steals The Show At LIMA 2007
LANGKAWI, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- The Sukhoi SU-30MKM stole the show at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (LIMA) 2007 exhibition on the first day today of the biennial event.
The fighter aircraft, the latest asset of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF), performed several unique formations including the "tail slide" in which the plane almost stood still with its nose pointing upwards, "spinning" and then turning 90 degrees and zooming away.
The plane was flown by Lt Col Nor Azlan Aris and Major Azman Jantan from Skuadron 11 of the RMAF.
Major Azman told reporters in an interview later that the show was perfected after two weeks of training.
This morning, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi took delivery of the Russian aircraft in a symbolic ceremony. Also present was Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
In 2003, the government ordered 18 Sukhoi fighter jets from Russia at a cost of RM3.42 billion. Six of them were delivered in June this year and stationed at the RMAF base in Gong Kedak at the Kelantan-Terengganu border.
In return, Russia agreed to buy Malaysian palm oil, transfer aerospace technology and train a Malaysian to become an astronaut.
Dr Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor Sheikh Mustapha, after a thorough training session in Russia, became Malaysia's first astronaut and went to the International Space Station (ISS) on October 10 and returned several days later.
Lima 2007 has attracted 450 defence firms from 20 countries to display their equipment at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre and at the Awana Porto Malai.
The exhibition will be open to the public on Friday and Saturday from 10am to 5.30pm.
-- BERNAMA
Sukhoi Steals The Show At LIMA 2007
LANGKAWI, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- The Sukhoi SU-30MKM stole the show at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (LIMA) 2007 exhibition on the first day today of the biennial event.
The fighter aircraft, the latest asset of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF), performed several unique formations including the "tail slide" in which the plane almost stood still with its nose pointing upwards, "spinning" and then turning 90 degrees and zooming away.
The plane was flown by Lt Col Nor Azlan Aris and Major Azman Jantan from Skuadron 11 of the RMAF.
Major Azman told reporters in an interview later that the show was perfected after two weeks of training.
This morning, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi took delivery of the Russian aircraft in a symbolic ceremony. Also present was Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
In 2003, the government ordered 18 Sukhoi fighter jets from Russia at a cost of RM3.42 billion. Six of them were delivered in June this year and stationed at the RMAF base in Gong Kedak at the Kelantan-Terengganu border.
In return, Russia agreed to buy Malaysian palm oil, transfer aerospace technology and train a Malaysian to become an astronaut.
Dr Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor Sheikh Mustapha, after a thorough training session in Russia, became Malaysia's first astronaut and went to the International Space Station (ISS) on October 10 and returned several days later.
Lima 2007 has attracted 450 defence firms from 20 countries to display their equipment at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre and at the Awana Porto Malai.
The exhibition will be open to the public on Friday and Saturday from 10am to 5.30pm.
-- BERNAMA
Launching of Navy patrol boat KD Terengganu on December 06, 2007
NST December 06, 2007
LIMA 2007 enters third day
LANGKAWI, Thurs.
The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (Lima) 2007 exhibition entered its third day today with the signing of several memandums of understanding as well as sales between local and international companies and other events.
At the Langkawi WMYC (Wave Master Yacht) wharf, Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin watched as the Raja Permaisuri Agong, Tuanku Nur Zahirah, launched the Royal Malaysian Navy patrol boat, KD Terengganu.
Present were the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, who is also Captain-in-Chief of the Royal Malaysian Navy and Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
The ceremony was the highlight of the maritime segment of Lima at Awana Porto Malai.
Meanwhile, the aerospace segment at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre in Padang Matsirat continued with an airshow and static exhibition of 80 aircraft.
LIMA 2007 enters third day
LANGKAWI, Thurs.
The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (Lima) 2007 exhibition entered its third day today with the signing of several memandums of understanding as well as sales between local and international companies and other events.
At the Langkawi WMYC (Wave Master Yacht) wharf, Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin watched as the Raja Permaisuri Agong, Tuanku Nur Zahirah, launched the Royal Malaysian Navy patrol boat, KD Terengganu.
Present were the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, who is also Captain-in-Chief of the Royal Malaysian Navy and Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
The ceremony was the highlight of the maritime segment of Lima at Awana Porto Malai.
Meanwhile, the aerospace segment at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre in Padang Matsirat continued with an airshow and static exhibition of 80 aircraft.
LIMA 2007 exceeds expectations - becomes platform for showcase and expansion of business
BERNAMA December 07, 2007
LIMA 2007 Records Transactions Worth Billions Of Ringgit
LANGKAWI, Dec 7 (Bernama) -- The Langkawi International Marine and Aerospace (LIMA) exhibition this year well exceeded the expectations of various parties, becoming an effective platform for international companies to not only showcase their products but expand their business in the region.
Global investors at the event not only promoted their products but also successfully established networks with local companies both with those with established names and those from the small and medium industries.
The five-day exhibition which will end tomorrow, saw many international companies signing business deals and strategic partnerships especially with local companies.
Eurocopter Group senior vice president sales and marketing Olivier Lambert said his company met the targets it had set out for this year's LIMA.
"We are absolutely happy with the business communities who came and visited our booth here," he said.
The helicopter producing company has been participating since the first LIMA event in 1991 and said it was committed to the next event.
Meanwhile, a local businessman, Ahmad Hamdan, 40, when met by Bernama said that his visit to LIMA 2007 was to get information on the latest security surveillance systems in the market.
Ahmad who has a company which sells security surveillance systems, said that LIMA was one event that businessmen like him eagerly awaited as it showcased the latest technologies directly.
"We are able to deal with the foreign companies directly and this involves much less cost than when going to their countries," he said.
This year's LIMA also witnessed the signing of more than 30 agreements and Memoranda of Understanding between the government and the private sector, all coming to billions of ringgit in value.
Among the deals included the sale and purchase agreement for ATR 72-500s aircraft worth more than RM2 billion between Penerbangan Malaysia and the French-Italian company, ATR.
-- BERNAMA
LIMA 2007 Records Transactions Worth Billions Of Ringgit
LANGKAWI, Dec 7 (Bernama) -- The Langkawi International Marine and Aerospace (LIMA) exhibition this year well exceeded the expectations of various parties, becoming an effective platform for international companies to not only showcase their products but expand their business in the region.
Global investors at the event not only promoted their products but also successfully established networks with local companies both with those with established names and those from the small and medium industries.
The five-day exhibition which will end tomorrow, saw many international companies signing business deals and strategic partnerships especially with local companies.
Eurocopter Group senior vice president sales and marketing Olivier Lambert said his company met the targets it had set out for this year's LIMA.
"We are absolutely happy with the business communities who came and visited our booth here," he said.
The helicopter producing company has been participating since the first LIMA event in 1991 and said it was committed to the next event.
Meanwhile, a local businessman, Ahmad Hamdan, 40, when met by Bernama said that his visit to LIMA 2007 was to get information on the latest security surveillance systems in the market.
Ahmad who has a company which sells security surveillance systems, said that LIMA was one event that businessmen like him eagerly awaited as it showcased the latest technologies directly.
"We are able to deal with the foreign companies directly and this involves much less cost than when going to their countries," he said.
This year's LIMA also witnessed the signing of more than 30 agreements and Memoranda of Understanding between the government and the private sector, all coming to billions of ringgit in value.
Among the deals included the sale and purchase agreement for ATR 72-500s aircraft worth more than RM2 billion between Penerbangan Malaysia and the French-Italian company, ATR.
-- BERNAMA
December 07, 2007 - LIMA 2007 opens to public with fantastic response
BERNAMA December 07, 2007 21:05 PM
Thousands Throng Joyful LIMA 2007
LANGKAWI, Dec 7 (Bernama) -- Thousands of local and foreign visitors thronged the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (LIMA) 2007 exhibition which was opened to the public today.
It is estimated that there were about 50,000 visitors at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) which is the venue for the aerospace component of LIMA 2007, and at the Awana Porto Malai for the maritime segment which displays 71 ships.
The smooth traffic flow since the event began on Tuesday turned heavy as there were many whole families among the visitors today, some coming as early as 9am, encouraged by the fine weather.
This year's LIMA provides a platform for 450 defence companies from 20 countries to feature their expertise and technologies in the maritime and aerospace industries, with the eager crowds seeking information, trying out the defence assets or simply posing for photographs with the sophisticated equipment.
Among the attention grabbers are the Radpanzer Condor armoured vehicle, Adnan 25MM assault vehicle, Augusta AW109LOH/LUH helicopter of the Malaysian army's 881 Squadron, ANZA MK II bazooka, three Rapid Intervention Motorcycles from the Fire and Rescue Department, and EC-135 helicopter belonging to the Malaysian police.
A visitor from Medan, Indonesia, Trayfin Iskandar, said he was impressed with LIMA 2007 which displayed the latest aircraft such as those by Augusta and Eurocopter.
"I have been to Langkawi before but this time it's for LIMA," said Trayfin who was accompanied by his wife.
D. Thanaselvam from Kuala Lumpur said the exhibition provided him with a lot of information on the maritime and aerospace industries.
Che Zan Said from Kg Ulu Melaka revealed that she went to LIMA hoping to meet Malaysian astronaut Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor Sheikh Mustapha, who is undoubtedly a star attraction at the MIEC since Monday.
"We've never failed to come to LIMA. But this time we have brought our children along as we want to take pictures with Dr Sheikh Muszaphar. We have been closely following his space mission," she added when met at the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation booth.
Outside the MIEC, the static exhibition featuring 80 fighter jets, transport planes and helicopters also enthralled the crowd.
But the aerobatic show put up by the RMAF pilots in the Sukhoi SU-30MKM, MIG-29N and Hornet F-18, the British Red Arrows in their Hawks, and the Indian Air Force's "Suryakiran" team added to the joy and thrills at LIMA with their captivating formations.
Tomorrow is the last day of LIMA 2007.
-- BERNAMA
Thousands Throng Joyful LIMA 2007
LANGKAWI, Dec 7 (Bernama) -- Thousands of local and foreign visitors thronged the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (LIMA) 2007 exhibition which was opened to the public today.
It is estimated that there were about 50,000 visitors at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) which is the venue for the aerospace component of LIMA 2007, and at the Awana Porto Malai for the maritime segment which displays 71 ships.
The smooth traffic flow since the event began on Tuesday turned heavy as there were many whole families among the visitors today, some coming as early as 9am, encouraged by the fine weather.
This year's LIMA provides a platform for 450 defence companies from 20 countries to feature their expertise and technologies in the maritime and aerospace industries, with the eager crowds seeking information, trying out the defence assets or simply posing for photographs with the sophisticated equipment.
Among the attention grabbers are the Radpanzer Condor armoured vehicle, Adnan 25MM assault vehicle, Augusta AW109LOH/LUH helicopter of the Malaysian army's 881 Squadron, ANZA MK II bazooka, three Rapid Intervention Motorcycles from the Fire and Rescue Department, and EC-135 helicopter belonging to the Malaysian police.
A visitor from Medan, Indonesia, Trayfin Iskandar, said he was impressed with LIMA 2007 which displayed the latest aircraft such as those by Augusta and Eurocopter.
"I have been to Langkawi before but this time it's for LIMA," said Trayfin who was accompanied by his wife.
D. Thanaselvam from Kuala Lumpur said the exhibition provided him with a lot of information on the maritime and aerospace industries.
Che Zan Said from Kg Ulu Melaka revealed that she went to LIMA hoping to meet Malaysian astronaut Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor Sheikh Mustapha, who is undoubtedly a star attraction at the MIEC since Monday.
"We've never failed to come to LIMA. But this time we have brought our children along as we want to take pictures with Dr Sheikh Muszaphar. We have been closely following his space mission," she added when met at the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation booth.
Outside the MIEC, the static exhibition featuring 80 fighter jets, transport planes and helicopters also enthralled the crowd.
But the aerobatic show put up by the RMAF pilots in the Sukhoi SU-30MKM, MIG-29N and Hornet F-18, the British Red Arrows in their Hawks, and the Indian Air Force's "Suryakiran" team added to the joy and thrills at LIMA with their captivating formations.
Tomorrow is the last day of LIMA 2007.
-- BERNAMA
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
LIMA2007 rakes inover RM 13 billion or 3.6 billion USD
1) BERNAMA December 08, 2007 22:45 PM
LIMA 2007 Ends, Nets Over RM13 Bln Business Deals
LANGKAWI, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (Lima) 2007 exhibition ended today with an encouraging note, chalking up business transactions totalling RM13.199 billion.
The amount far exceeded the figures during the LIMA 2005 and 2003, which stood at RM3.5 billion and RM1.14 billion, respectively.
The five-day exhibition from Tuesday witnessed the signing of agreements and memoranda of understanding between the government and the private sector.
A total of 450 companies participated in the exhibition, showcasing some of the most advanced air and maritime products and technologies available today.
About 50,000 visitors and 30,000 trade delegates visited the aerospace and maritime exhibitions.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak described LIMA 2007, participated by 41 countries, as a success.
The biennial event also saw stiff competition from aviation companies vying to win a contract for the replacement of the ageing fleet of the Royal Malaysia Air Force (RMAF) Nuri helicopters.
Najib, who is also Defence Minister, said the tender was still open.
Lima also saw RMAF taking delivery of 10 Pilatus PC-MK II trainer aircraft, costing RM213 million, from a Switzerland company.
The Malaysia Airlines (MAS) also signed a US$650 million deal with ATR, a European aircraft manufacturing corporation, for the purchase of 20 72-500s planes for Firefly and MASwings, subsidiaries of the national carrier.
Malaysian astronaut Dr Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor Sheikh Mustapha, who manned the Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry's booth, was a star attraction himself, as visitors and fans jostled to get his autographs.
Also stealing the show at LIMA 2007 were the heart-stopping dare-devil aerobatic manoeuvres and aerial formations by the British Royal Air Force "Red Arrows" and RMAF's newly-acquired Russian-made Sukhoi SU-30 MKM fighter jets.
This year's LIMA will be a special and memorable event to Bernama reporter Ahmad Farizal Abdul Hajat who was given the "honour" to be in one of the Red Arrows' aircraft.
Meanwhile, Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid said the state government would introduce several tourism components at the next LIMA in 2009.
He said participation would be extended to tour operators from the Asia- Pacific region.
"Further discussions will be held with the LIMA organiser on the matter," he told reporters after presenting the Malaysia Book of Records certificate to LMT Maritime Managing Director Ibrahim Ali Abdul Wahab.
-- BERNAMA
LIMA 2007 Ends, Nets Over RM13 Bln Business Deals
LANGKAWI, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (Lima) 2007 exhibition ended today with an encouraging note, chalking up business transactions totalling RM13.199 billion.
The amount far exceeded the figures during the LIMA 2005 and 2003, which stood at RM3.5 billion and RM1.14 billion, respectively.
The five-day exhibition from Tuesday witnessed the signing of agreements and memoranda of understanding between the government and the private sector.
A total of 450 companies participated in the exhibition, showcasing some of the most advanced air and maritime products and technologies available today.
About 50,000 visitors and 30,000 trade delegates visited the aerospace and maritime exhibitions.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak described LIMA 2007, participated by 41 countries, as a success.
The biennial event also saw stiff competition from aviation companies vying to win a contract for the replacement of the ageing fleet of the Royal Malaysia Air Force (RMAF) Nuri helicopters.
Najib, who is also Defence Minister, said the tender was still open.
Lima also saw RMAF taking delivery of 10 Pilatus PC-MK II trainer aircraft, costing RM213 million, from a Switzerland company.
The Malaysia Airlines (MAS) also signed a US$650 million deal with ATR, a European aircraft manufacturing corporation, for the purchase of 20 72-500s planes for Firefly and MASwings, subsidiaries of the national carrier.
Malaysian astronaut Dr Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor Sheikh Mustapha, who manned the Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry's booth, was a star attraction himself, as visitors and fans jostled to get his autographs.
Also stealing the show at LIMA 2007 were the heart-stopping dare-devil aerobatic manoeuvres and aerial formations by the British Royal Air Force "Red Arrows" and RMAF's newly-acquired Russian-made Sukhoi SU-30 MKM fighter jets.
This year's LIMA will be a special and memorable event to Bernama reporter Ahmad Farizal Abdul Hajat who was given the "honour" to be in one of the Red Arrows' aircraft.
Meanwhile, Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid said the state government would introduce several tourism components at the next LIMA in 2009.
He said participation would be extended to tour operators from the Asia- Pacific region.
"Further discussions will be held with the LIMA organiser on the matter," he told reporters after presenting the Malaysia Book of Records certificate to LMT Maritime Managing Director Ibrahim Ali Abdul Wahab.
-- BERNAMA
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