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As part of this agreement, SEDCE and ACI Groupe have expressed their interest in acquiring an equity stake in VoltAero and becoming a strategic investor. The investment forms the foundation of a broader strategic partnership aimed at supporting clean aviation development across the Asia-Pacific region.<\/p>\n The agreement outlines a shared vision to create a state-of-the-art assembly center in Sarawak for VoltAero’s Cassio aircraft, which utilizes electric-hybrid propulsion for safe, quiet, efficient and eco-friendly regional transportation, as well as for pilot training.<\/p>\n “This partnership is a major milestone for VoltAero and for the global transition to air transportation with reduced emissions,” said Jean Botti, CEO and Chief Technical Officer of VoltAero. “Establishing a regional hub in Malaysia allows us to expand our production capacity, deliver on regional demand, and transfer technology and skills to a key part of the world that is embracing sustainable aviation.”<\/p>\n Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr) Haji Abdul Aziz bin Dato Haji Husain, the Chairman of SEDC Energy, explained that Sarawak is uniquely positioned to be a leader in sustainable technology and innovation.<\/p>\n “Through this collaboration with VoltAero, Malaysia will be at the forefront of next-generation aviation manufacturing and clean energy development,” stated Abdul Aziz. “It supports the broader regional ambitions to position Malaysia as a green aviation hub, aligned with national goals for decarbonization, technology transfer and skilled workforce development.”<\/p>\n Philippe Riviere, the ACI Groupe’s President and CEO, added: “We are proud to partner with VoltAero and SEDC Energy to bring electric-hybrid aviation to the Asia-Pacific region. This project reflects our shared belief in a clean, connected future for global air transport.”<\/p>\n Key elements of the proposed collaboration include:<\/p>\n Establishment of a Cassio aircraft assembly facility in Sarawak;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Training of local technicians and engineers, both in France and Malaysia;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Creation of a pilot training academy with flight simulator to support the use of Cassio aircraft in the growth of eco-efficient regional aviation;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Technology transfer and local capability development, including final assembly line support and delivery operations;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Manufacturing and distribution rights for the Cassio aircraft in the Asia-Pacific region granted to the SEDCE-ACI Groupe joint venture;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Deployment of mobile charging solutions at regional airports and demonstration flights to build public and stakeholder awareness in electric-hybrid aviation;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Development of local supply chains to support aircraft production, with the ACI Groupe playing a lead role in the project’s early stages;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Establishment of local MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) capabilities for electric aircraft; and<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Joint development in hydrogen propulsion and sustainable fuels (SAF, biofuels) in partnership with strategic collaborators.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Contact Information<\/strong><\/p>\n Marina Evans <\/p>\n Source: VoltAero<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 2, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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\n <\/strong>VoltAero, the French pioneer in electric-hybrid aviation and developer of the Cassio aircraft family, today signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with SEDC Energy (SEDCE) of Malaysia and France’s ACI Groupe, marking a major step toward establishing a regional hybrid-electric aircraft assembly facility and innovation center in the Malaysian state of Sarawak.<\/p>\n\n
VoltAero<\/i>
marina.evans@voltaero.fr<\/a>
+33 (0)1 45 78 89 92<\/p>\n