The agreement is with Abu Dhabi Aircraft Technologies and SR Technics - to provide repair, overhaul services and component support for its flight critical controls, cabin and cockpit systems portfolio.

The agreement was signed at the Singapore Airshow on February 14. Financial details of the agreement was not provided by the company.

"We are delighted to have established a long term business arrangement with ADAT and SR Technics," said BAE Systems' Commercial Aircraft Solutions Vice-President and General Manager, Dr. Ehtisham Siddiqui. "This is an excellent opportunity for BAE Systems to provide its world class support and services for the benefit of the Mubadala Aerospace MRO network and its customers."

James Stewart, Group Chief Executive Officer of the Mubadala Aerospace MRO network, commented: "Our key focus is building long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships with major industry players, and this agreement with BAE Systems represents a clear example of this strategy."