EPCOR B.V., the Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) centre of excellence for auxiliary power unit (APU) and pneumatic component repairs, has renewed its maintenance contract with Finnair, Finland's national airline. The agreement extends their cooperation for an additional five years, reinforcing the long-standing partnership between the two companies.
Under the renewed contract, EPCOR will continue to deliver expert maintenance services for the GTCP331-350 model APUs installed on Finnair's Airbus A330 fleet. This continued collaboration ensures the ongoing reliability and performance of these critical systems, supporting Finnair's operational efficiency.
The extension marks a significant milestone in the relationship, underlining mutual trust and shared commitment to high service standards. Both EPCOR and Finnair intend to explore future innovations and technologies that could further improve maintenance processes, driving service quality and operational excellence.
Founded in 1923, Finnair is one of the world's oldest continually operating airlines. Headquartered in Helsinki, the carrier operates from its main hub at Helsinki Airport, offering connections to over 100 destinations across Europe, Asia, and North America. Finnair's modern fleet comprises 80 aircraft, with the Airbus A330 forming a key part of its long-haul operations.
This renewed agreement demonstrates Finnair's confidence in EPCOR's expertise and strengthens their collaboration as both companies look towards future advancements in aircraft maintenance and reliability.