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Strengthening Overseas Ties: AAIS Delegation Visits Bangkok and Chonburi

  • 20 Aug 2025

An AAIS delegation of 11 companies embarked on a business mission to Bangkok and Chonburi from 4 – 7 August 2025, focused on exploring opportunities in Thailand’s aerospace and aviation ecosystem. During the three-day programme, delegates had the chance to participate in facility tours, attend briefings and network with various Thailand companies and industry professionals.

Upon arriving in Thailand, the delegation enjoyed a delightful lunch at Hotel Nikko, followed by a briefing on the “Economic Update and its relevance to regional Aerospace and Manufacturing business activities”.

After lunch, the group went on their first site visit to SAM Precision (Thailand). At the facility, participants learned about SAM Thailand’s operations and capabilities, and toured the different factory plants within the facility. This visit marked the beginning of a journey filled with valuable insights and interactions, aimed at strengthening connections and fostering initiatives between Singapore and Thailand companies.

The day’s activities concluded with a welcoming dinner, where delegates enjoyed the rich flavors of Thai cuisine while engaging in lively conversations. The evening was filled with laughter and camaraderie, setting an uplifting tone for the remainder of the mission.

Lunch Briefing by Frank Timmons at Hotel Nikko. Photo: AAIS
Group photo at SAM Precision (Thailand). Photo: AAIS

For the second day, the delegation visited various aerospace MRO facilities in Chonburi, including AAR Component Services (Thailand), TurbineAero Repair, and Revima Asia Pacific.

During the site tours and briefings, participants gained valuable insights into the operations and layouts of the factory shopfloors. They also had the opportunity to observe various aircraft MRO procedures, including those related to engines, auxiliary power units (APUs), landing gears, and radomes. The tailored tours enabled participants to observe firsthand processes directly, encouraging knowledge exchange, discussions on best practices, and inspiring new ideas for potential collaborations.

Group Photo at AAR Facility. Photo: AAIS
TurbineAero Visit. Photo: AAIS
Group Photo at Revima Asia Pacific. Photo: AAIS

On the final day, the delegation toured a local precision engineering firm, Micromatics, where they gained insights about local business operations in Thailand. During the discussion, participants also learned about various incentives available for foreign businesses interested in expanding into Thailand.

The business mission concluded with the 28th Thailand Aviation Society Networking event, held on 6 August at the Athenee Hotel in Bangkok. The networking event, organised by AAR Thailand and co-sponsored by parties include AAIS and AAIS member, SL Metals, attracted over 400 industry professionals from Thailand and Singapore.

The evening buzzed with energy as guests mingled, exchanged ideas, and forged new connections in a warm, relaxed setting over food and drinks. Singapore delegates had the opportunity to engage with Thai industry professionals, explore potential collaborations, and reconnect with familiar friends from Singapore.

Group Photo of sponsors at the networking event. Photo: AAIS
Thailand Aviation Society Networking at the Athenee. Photo: AAIS
Overall, the Thailand business mission was a success and opened doors for the Singapore participants. The trip offered participants a valuable platform to engage with key stakeholders, gain valuable insights into Thailand’s aviation and aerospace ecosystem, and explore possible avenues for cross-border collaborations.

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