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This article focuses on the aim of Superjet International to create a tailored and outsourced maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) operations for the aftermarket service of Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Co. Sukhoi Civil Aircraft is the developer of the Sukhoi Superjet 100, a 95-seat regional aircraft. Superjet International is 51% owned by Alenia and 49% by Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Co. Superjet International assumes the sales and after sales support worldwide for Sukhoi Superjet 100.

The article reports on the plan of a streamlined and restructured Alenia Aeronavali to look for ways to remain competitive within a maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) environment to return to profitability by 2010. However, two factors affect the market, including U.S. dollar depreciation against the euro and evolving market needs. The company suffered badly in 2006 and 2007 from a combination of factors, including reduced operating margins on many contracts due to U.S. dollar depreciation.

The article reports on the plans of Bedek Aviation to acquire a stake in Iniziativa Prima.