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Modification of EVA Air’s first B777 freighter at EGAT © EVA Air

EVA Air adopts Lufthansa Technik’s AeroSHARK technology

Lufthansa Technik (LHT) has unveiled EVA Air as the first Asian airline to adopt the drag-reducing AeroSHARK surface technology, developed in partnership with BASF. The Taipei-based airline has committed to modifying its entire cargo fleet of nine Boeing 777F long-range freighters with this innovative riblet film, which will cover the aircraft’s fuselage and engine nacelles. […]

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Lufthansa Technik announces key management reshuffle

Lufthansa Technik has announced a series of internal promotions and changes within its key management positions. On May 1, Michael Kirstein assumed the role of Vice President “Transformation Office,” where he will spearhead the “Ambition 2030” growth programme aimed at strengthening Lufthansa Technik’s global leadership in aircraft fleet support. Kirstein previously oversaw operations in the

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Boeing 787 cabin © Boeing

Lufthansa Technik becomes first BLSC for 787 Dreamliner modifications

Lufthansa Technik (LHT) is to become the first designated Boeing-licensed Service Centre (BLSC) for 787 Dreamliner cabin modifications, bringing additional choice and capacity to the market. As a BLSC, Lufthansa Technik is licensed to perform interior modifications on the 787 as an external MRO service provider. A joint announcement was made at the Farnborough International

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Air India's 777 fleet will receive Lufthansa Technik's proven total component support (TCS) © Air India

Lufthansa Technik secures TCS contract for Air India’s Boeing 777 fleet

Lufthansa Technik has taken over the total component support (TCS) for Air India’s entire Boeing 777 fleet. The multi-year agreement, signed on July 4, in Gurugram, India, encompasses services for a total of 27 aircraft. With this first contract, both companies are laying the foundations for long-term cooperation. Starting in July 2024, Air India will

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The third Airbus A350,named "Kurt Schumacher", has been handed over to the German Air Force © Lufthansa Technik

LHT delivers final A350 government aircraft to German Air Force

Lufthansa Technik (LHT) has handed over the third and final Airbus A350 government aircraft to the German Federal Ministry of Defence’s (BMVg) Special Air Mission Wing. The ceremonial event took place at the ILA Berlin, where Secretary of State for Defence Nils Hilmer officially commissioned the aircraft, designated 10+03, into service. This milestone marks the

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All Boeing 777s at SWISS have been equipped with AeroSHARK © SWISS

AeroSHARK rolled out to entire SWISS Boeing 777 fleet

Over the past one and a half years, SWISS International Air Lines (SWISS) has equipped its entire Boeing 777-300ER fleet with AeroSHARK, the sharkskin technology from Lufthansa Technik and BASF. The AeroSHARK surface film mimics the flow-optimising characteristics of sharkskin. Applied to the fuselage and engine nacelles, it reduces drag during flight, promoting lower fuel

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Lufthansa Technik takes on APU services for China Southern Airlines' A350 fleet © China Southern Airlines

Lufthansa Technik to support APUs of China Southern Airlines’ A350s

China Southern Airlines and Lufthansa Technik have signed an exclusive eight-year contract regarding the technical support of the auxiliary power units (APUs) for the Chinese carrier’s A350 fleet of currently 20 aircraft. According to the long-term agreement, Lufthansa Technik will provide MRO services for the Honeywell HGT1700 in the company’s specialised APU workshops in Hamburg,

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The signing of the new agreement took place at 'Wings India' in Hyderabad © Air India Express

Lufthansa Technik partners with Air India Express for engine maintenance

During last week’s ‘Wings India’ event in Hyderabad, India, Lufthansa Technik (LHT) and Air India Express have inked an agreement in the realm of engine maintenance services (EMS). This contract encompasses the overhaul of a minimum of three CFM56-7B engines utilised in the Boeing 737-800 fleet. This newly finalised agreement marks the first-ever collaboration between

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Lufthansa Technik to provide component support for Croatia Airlines

Lufthansa Technik AG is to provide component support for the Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 fleet operated by Croatia Airlines, with immediate effect. This is the first time Lufthansa Technik provides equipment and component support for this successful twin-engine regional airliner. The aircraft will be serviced at Croatia Airlines

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