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Business Park Aviolanda offers real estate solutions and shared facilities in a secure location, for new and existing clients in the field of aerospace maintenance and support. These organizations range from start-ups to OEMs and are specialized in MRO&U, logistics, aircraft maintenance training, innovation, (counter-)UAS test and demo services, and more.

Air Support Command (ASC) provides the sustainment capability the Air Force and its operational partners need to remain deployable, relevant and future-proof. Through continuous development of people and equipment, and through close cooperation with civilian partners in education, maintenance, logistics, and innovation, ASC ensures that the Air Force is always ready for its next mission.

4Repair is an EASA Part 145 approved company specializing in the repair and modification of aircraft sheet metal and composite components. These services are performed either in its own repair shop or on-wing. The company’s scope of work is not limited to specific aircraft types or part numbers.

As a specialized aircraft maintenance training organization, AM&TS offers curriculum development and training under EASA Part 66 / 147. In doing so, they train students and aircraft maintenance personnel according to the latest European industry standards. In cooperation with Curio, the school provides the Dutch mbo-level Aircraft Maintenance training course.

ACRATS provides internationally recognized training in aircraft sheet metal and composite repair, both hands-on and through an online educational portal. Expert instructors provide practical experience and theoretical knowledge, preparing participants for a successful career in the aviation industry, in the field of aircraft maintenance.

With more than 300 employees in the Netherlands and Romania, Aeronamic is a leader in the design, manufacture, testing, repair and maintenance of turbomachinery, engine-powered systems and major components for commercial and defense aviation.

Since 2024, the Aeronamic Services facility at Woensdrecht Air Base has been servicing the PTMS system for all European and Asia Pacific F-35s together with their oversight partner the Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force, on behalf of Lockheed Martin.

Through innovative production methods and a focus on precision, the highest safety and quality requirements are met, contributing to long-term programs in commercial and defense aviation. For more than 35 years, Aeronamic has stood for safe, sustainable aviation, driven by innovation and growth.

Airline Technical Support (ATS) specializes in on-site aircraft maintenance (line & base maintenance), staffing services, technical consultancy and online training for aviation maintenance personnel. The company offers customized line maintenance in accordance with market requirements under its own EASA Part 145 approval. Customers value ATS for their top-notch expertise and maximum flexibility.

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures, and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. At Woensdrecht Air Base, Boeing works closely with the Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force on the upgrading and maintenance of various helicopter platforms.

DCMC is an industry network organization that focuses on innovative processes regarding the inspection, repair and maintenance of composites and hybrid structures in the Aerospace sector. In addition, it brings together experts in this field with the aim to combine and share knowledge.

The Dutch Drone Centre (DDC) is licensed to operate test, experimental, and demonstration (TED) flights with unmanned aerial systems (UAS). It conducts these flights for both civil and military clients, in accordance with European regulations. With access to controlled airspace at secured locations, including Woensdrecht Air Base, DDC facilitates drone testing from the prototype phase through demonstration flights in a real operational environment. In collaboration with specialists in drone detection technology, DDC also supports the development of counter-drone solutions.

With over a century of expertise in aviation, Fokker Services Group is now an independent aviation aftermarket company with a global reach. Providing comprehensive solutions from its 5 facilities across The Netherlands, Asia, and USA, Fokker Services Group is a key partner for regional, narrow and wide-body platforms in the Commercial, VIP, Cargo, and Defense markets. In Woensdrecht, they specialize in aircraft and component maintenance, as well as conversion, (VIP-)upgrade and completion projects.

MAAS is a global leader in aircraft painting and exterior coatings, delivering OEM standard quality at their global network of paint shops. Customers include airlines, OEMs, lessors, and MRO partners, as well as business & VIP aircraft operators and owners.

In the aerospace MRO market, Royal NLR serves as a research and knowledge partner in the development and implementation of innovative aircraft maintenance solutions. Working closely with airlines, maintenance organizations, and defense agencies, Royal NLR develops advanced technologies and applications that enhance the efficiency, safety, and effectiveness of MRO operations. Within HIVE, it further develops and validates dual-use technologies in a field lab environment.

OneLogistics is responsible for the European supply chain support of the F-35 program. With a thorough understanding of the complex, European region, it was the only company that could meet the requirements of this program. Based on a consortium of the best specialists and subject matter experts, OneLogistics brings together packaging, customs & taxes, compliance and international logistics solutions in a controlled and high-tech environment. It also offers its expertise and services to civilian clients.

Orange Aerospace creates prototypes and “one-off” aircraft, both manned and unmanned. The company does this with a team of specialists in engineering, production, electronics and operations from its headquarters at Breda International Airport. Their branch office within HIVE, at the Dutch Drone Centre, focuses on UAV testing in a secured and controlled flight area.

Patria is an international provider of defense, security, and aviation life-cycle support services, as well as technology solutions. Headquartered in Finland, Patria operates globally with a strong presence in the Nordics and across Europe. The company holds certifications such as AS9100, AS9110 and AS9120, and is committed to delivering compliance-driven, customer-focused solutions for both civil and military operators.

Its Dutch branch in Didam focuses on aerospace manufacturing, distribution, and sustainment activities. Within HIVE, Patria’s specific contributions include its expertise in aerospace manufacturing and defense sustainment, with a strong emphasis on the development of industrial participation opportunities.

RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) Services provides professional UAS test, demo and operational services across multiple public and private sectors. With EASA-licensed pilots and TED approval, the company is authorized to perform experimental and BVLOS flights, including those in controlled (military) airspace. Its drone services also incorporate inspections, surveillance and aerial photography & video.

Robin Radar is an expert and technology leader in the detection of small flying objects. Its radar systems incorporate drone detection and counter-UAS solutions, providing high-quality data, instant updates, and the best possible insight to react to threats and hazards as they happen.

StandardAero offers extensive MRO services and custom solutions for business aviation, commercial aviation, government/military and industrial operators. In the Netherlands, the company is located at Woensdrecht Air Base, where they perform MRO on the Pratt & Whitney F135 engine, in partnership with the Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force. This engine line is installed in the F35 – Lighting II and managed out of a brand new, purpose-built F135 engine depot facility.

SPECTO offers specialized composite and sheet metal repair solutions for primary and secondary fixed & rotary wing components, both from its own MRO locations and in the field. Customers include civil and military operators, fixed wing aircraft, helicopter and component MRO providers, major OEMs and global parts management organizations. SPECTO’s facility within HIVE specializes in helicopter composite repair services. It is fully equipped to maintain and repair helicopter rotor blades and structures for both civil- and military operators, one of them being the Royal Netherlands Air Force.

Top Aces provides advanced combat training to the armed forces of NATO member nations and their allies. With an industry leading safety record of more than 150,000 accident free flight hours, Top Aces operates and maintains the world’s largest fleet of commercially-owned tactical fighter aircraft, including the only privately operated F 16s. Built on an uncompromising commitment to safety, credibility, and operational realism, the company delivers mission critical, live and synthetic blended training informed by real world experience – preparing allied forces to operate against advanced, near peer threats in an increasingly complex and contested environment. Experience Matters.

European supplier of certified products for the drone and aviation industry, developed and manufactured by US company uAvionix. Examples from the range include aviation certified Command and Control (C2) systems, transponders, Detect and Avoid systems and ground infrastructure for the integration of crewed and uncrewed aviation. The goal of these products is to improve accessibility to airspace, as well as safety and efficiency within it.