EPCOR, a wholly owned subsidiary of Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M), has entered into a long-term agreement with Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, Riyadh Air, to provide full maintenance and support for APS5000 auxiliary power units (APUs) fitted to the airline’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet.
The agreement is designed to ensure high levels of fleet availability and operational efficiency for Riyadh Air as it pursues ambitious growth plans. EPCOR will deliver a comprehensive maintenance package covering maintenance, repair, overhaul and modification (MROM) services, as well as APS5000 availability solutions, on-wing support, line-replaceable unit (LRU) coverage and advanced predictive maintenance through its Prognos® for APU platform.
The support programme was developed through close collaboration between engineering and commercial teams at both companies, resulting in a tailored, end-to-end maintenance solution. Riyadh Air aims to build a world-class operation with high reliability, and the agreement provides long-term technical assurance to support this objective.
Heidi Haveman, Managing Director of EPCOR, said the partnership represented more than a traditional service contract, emphasising the trust and shared commitment between the two companies. “This partnership transcends a mere service agreement; it embodies a growing relationship founded on mutual trust and a shared commitment to operational excellence. We are honoured to support Riyadh Air in their endeavour to establish a world-class airline and look forward to leveraging our extensive expertise in APS5000 maintenance to contribute to their visionary goals,” she said.
The deal underscores Riyadh Air’s focus on reliability as it builds its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet, while EPCOR strengthens its presence in the Middle East’s rapidly expanding aviation market.
