N3 Engine Overhaul Services, the joint venture between Lufthansa Technik AG and Rolls-Royce, has announced a leadership change at its Arnstadt site. Holger Sindemann has been appointed Director and General Manager on behalf of Rolls-Royce, assuming responsibility for the company’s operational activities. As the accountable manager, he also serves as the primary liaison with the German Federal Aviation Authority.
Sindemann succeeds Carsten Behrens, who departed the company as scheduled after three years in the role. With nearly 20 years of executive experience in the aerospace industry and a decade as a strategic consultant, Sindemann brings a wealth of expertise to the position. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering from RWTH Aachen University.
In line with the structure agreed upon by the parent companies, N3’s leadership is comprised of two representatives – one focused on operations and the other on commercial matters. The current management board consists of Holger Sindemann and Stefan Landes, Commercial Director, operating on an equal footing.
As part of its expansion, N3 is not only enlarging its facilities but also creating new career opportunities. The company welcomes applications from both skilled professionals and those seeking a career change. Its internal training programme is specifically designed to help individuals without aviation experience transition into the field of engine overhaul.
N3 launched its ambitious xDREAM growth programme in 2022 following an agreement between Lufthansa Technik and Rolls-Royce to expand operations in Thuringia. This includes enlarging the existing plant and building a dedicated logistics centre. The goal is to boost the company’s capacity to at least 250 Rolls-Royce Trent engine overhauls per year.
