Lion Air Group has taken a significant step in empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by sourcing seat coverings for its aircraft from Garut’s leather craftsmen. Located a stone’s throw from Hang Nadim Airport, Batam Aero Technic (BAT) is Lion Air Group’s largest maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility, certified by international aviation authorities. This collaboration not only aims to enhance the passenger experience but also reduces production costs by approximately 50%, highlighting the importance of local sourcing.
Lion Air’s initiative to incorporate locally sourced leather into its aircraft seating is part of a broader strategy to promote Indonesian craftsmanship on a global scale. By partnering with Garut’s leather producers, Lion Air Group’s President Director, Daniel Putut Kuncoro Adi, emphasizes the dual benefits of quality improvement and cost reduction, setting a precedent for integrating local products into complex aviation components.
BAT, Lion Air Group’s expansive MRO facility in Batam, showcases the airline’s commitment to aviation excellence and local industry support.
The partnership with Garut leather craftsmen marks a significant stride in empowering Indonesian SMEs, promising to elevate the nation’s aviation sector.
The use of genuine leather meeting stringent aviation standards signifies Lion Air’s dedication to safety and quality.
The initiative aims to halve production costs, demonstrating the economic advantages of local sourcing for aviation components.
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Beyond seat covers, Lion Air explores further collaboration with local producers, indicating a future rich with Indonesian craftsmanship in aviation.
Lion Air’s embrace of local Indonesian craftsmanship through its collaboration with Garut leather artisans is more than an economic or aesthetic choice—it’s a statement on the importance of local industries in global markets. This initiative not only enhances the flying experience with high-quality, locally sourced materials but also highlights the potential for Southeast Asian countries to contribute significantly to the global aviation industry through local innovation and craftsmanship.
Lion Air’s Batam Aero Technic facility, specializing in aircraft maintenance and overhaul, has embarked on a pioneering collaboration with Garut’s leather craftsmen to produce seat coverings for its fleet. This move, part of Lion Air’s broader effort to empower Indonesian SMEs, not only promises an elevated in-flight experience for passengers but also showcases the potential of local industries to play a critical role in the global aviation sector, all while cutting production costs by about 50%.
