Our Engine Shop
Engine MRO facility full capabilities including: borescope inspection, disassembly, cleaning, inspection, NDT, logistics and back shop repairs including high speed grinding, assembly testing and certification.
Approved to EASA Part 145, FAA Part 145, TCCA and CAAC standards.
Visit our streamlined facility:
- State-of-the-art engine shop built by OEM
- Lean process flow capacity management
- Continuous improvement DNA
- Specialised for CFM56 and soon for LEAP engine types
- Testcell: 40,000 lbs
- Total space: 15,000m2
- Up to 120 engines inducted per year
Over 200 employees provide streamlined MRO services for up to 120 CFM56 engines per year.
Industry recognised EGT margins.
Higher than industry standard delivering reduced costs and improved reliability.
Senior Leadership Team
Meet the people behind Aero Norway.
Together, we agree how things should be done for our customers. You’re always our top priority.
Neil Russell
Chief Executive Officer
Neil Russell is a highly respected industry advocate and responsible for the implementation of process improvements that have established the Company’s reputation for unequivocal precision and benchmark efficiency.
Previously Chief Operating Officer at Aero Norway, Russell has 18 years of combined experience of managing Operations/Production, Engineering & Supply Chain/ Sourcing in the aviation and oil & gas industries.
Dag Johnsen
Chief Operating Officer
As Chief Operating Officer of Aero Norway, Dag Johnsen is responsible for ensuring that the maintenance of all customers’ CFM56 engines is carried out with precision to the highest regulatory standards. He manages his team of specialist technicians, streamlining workflow for maximum efficiency and fast turn-around to meet demanding operator deadlines with an astute focus on sustained quality. With a career in aviation spanning more than thirty years, Johnsen brings a wealth of experience to his position. Prior to joining Aero Norway in January 2024, he worked for United Airlines where he managed the Powerplant Engineering Team for the past ten years and had direct oversight of the technical support of more than 700 CFM56-7B engines in operation.
Glenford Marston
SVP of Sales
Glenford Marston's career spans three decades in commercial aviation. He brings experience, strategic vision, and a commitment to excellence that has been instrumental in driving Aero Norway's growth and success. Previously CEO of the company for 7 years, he stepped down in 2023 to focus on sales and customer development.
As CEO, Glen oversaw significant advancements in the Company's capabilities and market reach. Which has solidified Aero Norway's position in the global MRO market.
Glen is also a military veteran, who spent 20 years as an engineering officer in the RAF. His contributions to the aviation MRO industry are widely recognised, he is a sought-after speaker and thought leader.
Gunnar Johan Eriksson
Chief Financial Officer
During his nearly 40-year career in Finance, including 35 years in a managerial position, Gunnar Johan has gained extensive experience. His career encompasses 25 years in the Norwegian Oil & Gas industry and 15 years in Aviation, involving both airline operation and the MRO business. Gunnar Johan is dedicated to project and cost control, risk minimisation, profit and cash flow optimisation, and maintaining high-quality standards. He believes that collaboration across the organisation is crucial for success. Gunnar Johan studied at Regional College (now Stavanger University) and also pursued additional financial subjects at the Norwegian Business School (BI).
Sustainability
At Aero Norway, we are dedicated to integrating sustainability into the core of our business operations.
We believe in creating value that sustains not just our business, but the planet and the communities we serve.
We actively pursue sustainability through:
Resource Efficiency: Minimising waste, conserving energy, and optimising our use of natural resources.
Sustainable Sourcing: Ensuring that our materials and processes meet high environmental and ethical standards.
Innovation: Developing products and services that contribute positively to the environment.
As a Norwegian business operating in the aviation sector, our commitment extends to strict adherence to both internal and external sustainability policies. We align our business practices with global sustainability standards and continuously monitor our compliance with these benchmarks. Our team is trained and motivated to execute every operation in an environmentally responsible manner.
We engage with our customers, employees, and partners to foster collaborative efforts in our sustainability journey.
Transparency in our actions and achievements is paramount, and we regularly report on our progress towards a more sustainable future.