Egyptair Maintenance & Engineering (Egyptair M&E) has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Airbus. This partnership strengthens Egyptair M&E’s position as a global leader in aviation maintenance and repair services (MRO).
As part of the MoU, Egyptair M&E will undergo the Airbus airframe MRO supplier qualification process, showcasing its compliance with industry-leading standards. This qualification will establish the company as a preferred supplier for Airbus aircraft operators across Africa, highlighting its advanced technical expertise, cutting-edge facilities, and dedication to quality and safety in aviation maintenance.
Eng. Walid El-Khafif, Chairman and CEO of Egyptair M&E expressed the company’s excitement about entering into this strategic partnership with Airbus. He emphasised that the collaboration will strengthen their ability to provide world-class maintenance services to clients and support the sustainable growth of aviation across Africa.
Mikail Houari, President of Airbus Africa and Middle East, expressed satisfaction with the deepened collaboration with Egyptair through this agreement. He highlighted Airbus’s commitment to enhancing MRO capabilities in Africa and the Middle East, aiming to raise maintenance standards and support the safe growth of the aviation industry. Houari noted that this partnership will contribute to building a stronger, more resilient aviation ecosystem in Egypt and looks forward to continued cooperation.
This partnership will allow Egyptair M&E to expand its range of services for Airbus fleets, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, component repairs, and technical support. These advancements will benefit its customers and contribute to the growth of the aviation sector in Africa.
