In a highly competitive market, airlines across Europe are searching for ways to reduce operating costs. Expanding fleets, record passenger demand, and the complexity of managing MRO work internally are driving many carriers to outsource services to specialised providers. Wheels and brakes maintenance is one area where outsourcing is growing rapidly.
Fast Growth in Just Three Years
Founded in 2022, FL Technics Wheels and Brakes has quickly become Europe’s second largest independent provider in this field. The company’s rapid rise reflects the growing demand for outsourced expertise. “Airlines want to focus on their core operations,” said Zilvinas Lapinskas, CEO of FL Technics Group. “Wheels and brakes maintenance may seem straightforward, but it adds cost and complexity. Working with a dedicated partner gives airlines greater reliability and efficiency.”
The company now operates four facilities across Europe: in Hanover, Budapest, Vilnius, and Bergamo. Its latest expansion, a 2,575 m² site in Bergamo, opened in 2025. From this new base, FL Technics Wheels and Brakes can serve customers in Italy, Switzerland, France, and Spain, maintaining close links with major aviation hubs. Lapinskas explained that each location was chosen for its proximity to airports and road networks, helping clients save on logistics while achieving faster turnaround times.
Beyond operational performance, sustainability is central to the company’s strategy. All facilities are built to the latest energy-efficiency standards and equipped with advanced technology. The Budapest site, for example, holds both EPC and BREEAM environmental certifications. Close proximity to suppliers and airports further reduces transport-related emissions.
FL Technics Wheels and Brakes also promotes greener materials through partnerships with major tyre manufacturers such as Bridgestone. The company offers re-treaded tyres to lower carbon emissions, aligning with airlines’ environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.
Looking ahead, FL Technics Wheels and Brakes plans to double its workshop network by 2030, expanding coverage while continuing to champion efficiency and sustainability in Europe’s MRO sector.
