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Video Interview: Werner Jousma, NLR

In this video interview, Werner Jousma, R&D engineer at the Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR), spoke to Aviation Business News (ABN) about the organisation’s work and its growing relevance to the MRO sector.

Werner began by outlining NLR’s mission to drive innovation and applied research across aerospace, including projects focused on MRO. Jousma highlighted some of the key challenges currently facing the MRO industry – from labour shortages and sustainability pressures to the need for digital transformation – and explained how NLR’s research and collaborations aim to provide practical solutions.

Werner also discussed how NLR supports the industry through technology development, knowledge sharing and cross-sector partnerships, helping organisations improve efficiency and readiness for future demands.

Finally, Jousma emphasised the importance of NLR’s participation in events such as MRO Europe, which provide valuable opportunities to connect research with real-world industry needs.

Click the play button above or head to the ABN YouTube channel to watch the video interview with Werner Jousma.

This video was recorded at the Aviation Week MRO Europe event in London in October 2025.

 

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