HAESL Chooses HCLTech To Enhance Aviation Maintenance Processes
Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited has chosen HCL Technologies to digitally transform its maintenance, repair and overhaul operations through the deployment of HCLTech's iMRO/4 asset management solution integrated with SAP S/4HANA. The partnership aims to streamline processes, enhance scalability, improve data visibility and optimize resource management while ensuring compliance with global aviation standards.
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HCL Technologies has been selected by Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited (HAESL) to transform the aviation maintenance company's operations through advanced digital solutions. The collaboration will see HCLTech deploy its iMRO/4 asset management solution, integrated with SAP S/4HANA, as HAESL's Maintenance Execution System (MES) in Hong Kong.
Partnership Objectives and Benefits
The strategic collaboration is designed to deliver comprehensive improvements across HAESL's maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) operations. The partnership will focus on several key areas:
| Benefit Area: | Details |
|---|---|
| Process Optimization: | Streamlined MRO processes for increased efficiency |
| Scalability: | Enhanced operational scalability capabilities |
| Data Visibility: | Real-time data access for faster decision-making |
| Resource Management: | Improved resource utilization across operations |
| Compliance: | Ensuring adherence to global aviation standards |
Leadership Perspectives
Ravinder Bedi, General Manager of Finance & Administration overseeing CFO functions including IT at HAESL, emphasized the transformational impact of the partnership. "Our customers depend on transparent progress and consistent quality during every shop visit. By integrating iMRO/4 with SAP S/4HANA, we will enhance end-to-end traceability and provide a single view of the workflow from induction to release," Bedi stated.
Sandeep Sarkar, Senior Vice President, ASEAN at HCLTech, highlighted the partnership's significance for digital excellence in aviation. "By combining HCLTech's aviation industry expertise with HAESL's world-class maintenance capabilities, we are transforming its engine MRO operations for real-time visibility and greater efficiency," Sarkar noted.
Technology Solution Overview
HCLTech's iMRO/4 solution offers comprehensive integration capabilities that connect maintenance operations with broader enterprise processes. The system integrates maintenance activities with finance and material planning functions, resulting in reduced turnaround times and operational costs while maintaining strict compliance standards.
About the Companies
| Company Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| HCLTech Employees: | More than 226,300 across 60 countries |
| HCLTech Revenue: | $14.50 billion (12 months ending December 2025) |
| HAESL Annual Throughput: | Approximately 360 engines |
| HAESL Total Engines Overhauled: | Over 5,500 Rolls-Royce engines since 1997 |
| HAESL Customer Base: | More than 50 global airlines |
HCLTech operates as a global technology company delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around AI, digital, engineering, cloud and software solutions. HAESL serves as a world-class specialist in overhaul, repair and testing of Rolls-Royce engines, including Trent 700, XWB, RB211-524 and Trent 800 models. HAESL operates as a joint venture between Rolls-Royce plc and the HAECO Group, a member of the Swire Group.
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