HAECO Engine Services Xiamen, part of the HAECO Group and specialising in the overhaul, testing and component repair of GE90 series engines, has commenced construction of a new facility set to increase capacity by the fourth quarter of 2026. The site will support the overhaul, testing and repair of additional engine types, including the GP7200, […]
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AerFin has successfully repaired and returned to service a CFM56 engine that was originally deemed unserviceable — a clear demonstration of its in-house technical expertise and expanding MRO capabilities. The engine was one of three originally acquired for teardown. However, AerFin’s trading team identified untapped potential in one of the units. Instead of dismantling all
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AAR and Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) have signed an agreement to establish a joint venture in the Asia-Pacific region to support nacelles for next-generation aircraft. Based at AAR’s facility in Chonburi, Thailand, the new joint venture will carry out next-generation nacelle maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, including on-wing and
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Aircalin, the international airline of New Caledonia, has announced an order with Airbus for two long-range A350-900 aircraft. This order will support Aircalin’s fleet modernisation and the expansion of its long-haul network. At present, the airline’s wide-body fleet consists of two A330neo aircraft. Aircalin intends to configure its A350s in a three-class premium layout, accommodating
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International Aerospace Coatings (IAC), a provider of aircraft painting and aviation services, has announced the completion of a strategic financing, including its inaugural issuance of 4(a)2 private placement notes with an investment grade rating. The financing raised over US$240 million from leading infrastructure lenders, with proceeds used to refinance IAC’s existing credit facilities and support
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AerFin‘s Chief Commercial Officer, James Bennett has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Aircraft Fleet Recycling Association (AFRA), a global organisation committed to sustainable aircraft disassembly and recycling. James’s appointment reflects AerFin’s long-standing membership of AFRA and the strong relationship between the two organisations. As the aviation industry continues to confront urgent
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MTU Maintenance has announced a 30-year lease agreement with the City of Fort Worth to expand its North American presence at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport (AFW). As part of its long-term investment strategy through to 2050, the company will invest US$120 million to modernise and upgrade its 43,000 m2 facility. “MTU is taking
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Sabena technics, an independent European MRO provider, and Aer Lingus, the Irish flag-carrying airline, have signed a memorandum of understanding outlining plans for future collaboration. Under the agreement, Sabena technics will carry out base maintenance and cabin enhancements on Aer Lingus’ Airbus A330 aircraft. The work will take place at Sabena technics’ Bordeaux facility over
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At the Paris Air Show 2025, Saudia Group has signed a major 13-year agreement with Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance. Under the deal, Air France Industries, a provider of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, will support and service 86 GE90 engines that power Saudia’s Boeing 777 fleet. The work will be
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Elysian Aircraft, KLM and Transavia have launched a knowledge-sharing initiative to accelerate the development of battery-electric aviation. Through a series of joint workshops, the partners will explore the technological, operational and commercial needs for deploying electric aircraft such as Elysian’s E9X. This marks a key step towards zero-emission air travel. Elysian is developing the E9X,
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