Data space for aviation maintenance

From data silos to a connected maintenance chain

Hyperion is the trusted data space where airlines, MRO organisations, defence, component suppliers and logistics partners share maintenance data securely, on their own terms. Join the network and keep aircraft available, parts traceable and planning predictable.

Initiated by

KLM Engineering & Maintenance Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR) Ministerie van Defensie OneLogistics ILIAS InnoTractor

Maintenance data is stuck in silos

Aircraft maintenance is one of the most complex, costly and risk-sensitive operations in aviation and defence. Yet the data that drives it is scattered across companies and systems:

  • Component history and condition data sit in separate systems at every partner
  • Unplanned downtime hurts aircraft availability and operational readiness
  • Civil and military maintenance chains barely exchange information
  • Planning relies on emails, spreadsheets and manual re-entry of data
  • Sharing data feels risky: who sees it, and what do they do with it?
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What is Hyperion

One trusted ecosystem for civil and military maintenance

Hyperion is a data space: a shared set of agreements, standards and technology that lets organisations exchange data directly with each other, without handing it over to a central platform.

It was started by KLM Engineering & Maintenance, the Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR), the Dutch Ministry of Defence, OneLogistics, ILIAS and InnoTractor to create a fully data-driven maintenance ecosystem. Now we are opening it up to the companies in their supply chains.

  • Your data stays in your own systems until you decide to share it
  • You decide who may use which data, for what purpose and for how long
  • Every participant is verified, so you know who you are dealing with
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Digital Component Passports

A complete, shared lifecycle record of every part: origin, repairs, modifications and condition.

Smart Sensors

Real-time health monitoring of systems and equipment, feeding predictive maintenance.

Secure Data Space

Controlled, peer-to-peer data sharing between civil and military stakeholders.

Integrated Planning

Better forecasting, inventory management and task execution across the whole chain.

Why join

Why your company should partner up

The more partners connect, the more valuable the data space becomes for everyone. Joining early means you help shape it.

Stay in control of your data

No central database. Data is exchanged directly between partners, under usage policies you define. You can always see who accessed what.

Be a preferred partner

Airlines, MROs and Defence increasingly expect digital, traceable data from their suppliers. Being connected makes you easy to work with.

Less downtime, better planning

Shared component and sensor data enables predictive maintenance, so parts, people and hangar slots are ready before the aircraft arrives.

Less manual work

Stop re-typing work orders, certificates and part histories. Exchange them once, in a standard format, straight from your own systems.

Traceability and sustainability

Full part lifecycle visibility supports airworthiness, compliance and reuse of components, and reduces waste and unnecessary transport.

Connect once, reach the network

One connection gives you access to every Hyperion participant, instead of a separate integration for each customer or supplier.

Who can join

Built for the whole maintenance chain

Whether you maintain aircraft, supply parts or move them around the world: if your data helps keep aircraft flying, Hyperion is for you.

  • Airlines & operatorsCivil and military fleet owners
  • MRO organisationsLine, base, engine and component maintenance
  • OEMs & suppliersParts, components and repair shops
  • Logistics providersTransport, warehousing, customs and compliance
  • Software & service providersApps and services built on Hyperion data
Technology

How Hyperion works

Hyperion follows the European data space model: data is shared directly between participants through connectors, while shared trust services make sure everyone plays by the same rules.

Your systems connect through your own connector to a partner's connector. Hyperion trust services provide identity, catalogue and rules. Hyperion trust services Verified identities · Data catalogue · Rules & agreements Your systems ERP · MRO · sensors Your connector Partner connector Partner systems Airline · MRO · supplier data, peer-to-peer under your usage policy
Data never passes through a central platform: it flows directly between connectors. The trust services only check who is who and which rules apply.

Data space connectors

Each participant runs a connector, self-hosted or as a managed service. It publishes your data offers, negotiates contracts and transfers data directly to the partner.

Usage policies

Attach machine-readable rules to your data: who may use it, for which purpose and for how long. Contracts are negotiated automatically before any data moves.

Verified identity

Every company is checked during onboarding and receives a digital identity with verifiable credentials, so partners know exactly who they share with.

Shared data models

Common semantic models for component passports, maintenance events and sensor data mean everyone speaks the same language, without custom mappings per partner.

Works with your systems

Hyperion connects to the ERP, MRO and logistics software you already use through standard APIs. No need to replace anything.

Security by design

Encrypted transfers, full audit logging and hosting in Europe, suited to the requirements of both civil aviation and defence.

Built on open European standards IDSA Gaia-X Eclipse Dataspace Components Dataspace Protocol W3C Verifiable Credentials ODRL

Join Hyperion in four steps

We guide you through every step. Start small with one partner and grow from there.

  1. Get in touch

    Tell us about your company and your key customers and suppliers. Together we check whether Hyperion is the right step for you.

  2. Register & get verified

    Register your company. After validation you receive your Hyperion digital identity and access to the participant directory.

  3. Connect your systems

    Choose a managed connector or run your own. We help you link it to your existing systems and data.

  4. Start a pilot, then scale

    Begin exchanging data with one customer or supplier. Once it works, add more partners and use cases.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Who owns the data I share through Hyperion?

You do. Your data stays in your own systems and is only shared with the partners you choose, under the usage policy you attach to it. Hyperion does not store your data centrally.

Do I need to replace my current software?

No. Hyperion connects to your existing ERP, MRO and logistics systems. You only add a connector, which we can host for you.

How much technical knowledge do we need?

Very little if you choose a managed connector. We take care of the technical setup and help you map your data to the shared models.

What does it cost to join?

Conditions depend on your role in the network and the use cases you want to join. Contact us and we will explain the options for your company.

Can civil and military organisations really share data?

Yes. That is one of the reasons Hyperion exists. Strict identity checks and usage policies make sure sensitive data only reaches the parties that are allowed to see it.

My customer invited me to join. What now?

Great! Fill in the form below and mention who invited you. We will contact you to plan your onboarding and a first pilot with that customer.

Register / contact

Join the Hyperion data space

Register your interest and we will contact you within a few working days to discuss your situation and the next steps.

  • A free introductory call
  • Advice on the right use cases for your company
  • Help with onboarding and your first pilot

Prefer to talk directly?
Email info@innotractor.com or schedule a demo with one of our experts.

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See how Hyperion connects maintenance data across the chain, and what it can do for your company.

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