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DAILY AVIATION NEWS ALERT
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Aerotec bolsters European MRO reach with newest acquisition
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Aerotec Europe GmbH (Aerotec) has announced the acquisition of Global Aerotech d.o.o, a Croatia-based provider of aircraft MRO services. The company specialises in base maintenance, line maintenance and component repair. Financial terms of the transaction have not been disclosed. Aerotec, together with its subsidiary Airplane Equipment & Services A.E.S. GmbH, has been pursuing a targeted growth strategy since its acquisition …
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AerCap leases first 777-300ERSF freighters to Ethiopian Airlines
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AerCap has signed lease agreements with Ethiopian Airlines for two Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighters, marking the introduction of the aircraft type—often referred to as “The Big Twin”—to the African market. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery in the second quarter of 2028 and will be the first of its kind to operate on the continent. The agreement further strengthens the …
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Safran strengthens Sarasota MRO capabilities
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Safran Electrical & Power has unveiled its new building in Sarasota, Florida, dedicated to the MRO of aerospace electrical systems, strengthening its operational footprint in the region. The new expansion positions Sarasota as a key hub for power generation, distribution and conversion management solutions, with the site now covering 140,000 ft². The facility supports a broad portfolio of electrical equipment …
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Liebherr-Aerospace to expand Lindenberg site to meet rising demand
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Liebherr-Aerospace is set to significantly expand its Lindenberg site from 2026, reinforcing its capacity to meet growing demand across both production and aftermarket services in the aviation sector. The long-planned development reflects sustained market growth, particularly in maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) activities, as well as increasing requirements for advanced aircraft systems. Central to the expansion is the enlargement of …
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Vincent van der Gulik becomes CTO and Business Development Leader at WMES
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Vincent van der Gulik will join Willis Mitsui & Co. Engine Support (WMES) as Chief Technical Officer & Business Development Leader, further strengthening the company’s leadership team and global growth ambitions. WMES, a joint venture between Willis Lease Finance Corporation and Mitsui & Co., Ltd., continues to expand its position as a leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and a …
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Lufthansa and Munich Airport broaden partnership with major hub expansion
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Lufthansa Group and Munich Airport (FMG) have agreed to extend their long-standing joint venture through to 2056, reinforcing Munich’s position as one of Europe’s leading aviation hubs and setting the stage for significant future growth. At the centre of this renewed partnership is the planned expansion of Terminal 2, including the construction of a new pier—known as the “T-Pier”—which will …
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First upgraded RM12 engine delivered
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GKN Aerospace has successfully delivered the first upgraded RM12 engine to its customer, the Swedish Armed Forces, marking a key milestone in the ongoing RM12EP (Enhanced Performance) programme. The delivery follows an earlier order from the Swedish Armed Forces valued at approximately £32 million (SEK 400 million) for performance upgrades across the Gripen C/D engine fleet. The RM12EP upgrade includes …
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Finnair bets big on next-generation fleet
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Twin Otter milestone: 1,000th aircraft delivered
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3TOP expands inventory with 737-800 acquisition
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Condor moves closer to operational hub in Frankfurt, Germany
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Hybrid-electric aviation gains momentum
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RECARO surges ahead with strong 2025 performance
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