Lufthansa Technik and Air India Express have signed an agreement for Engine Maintenance Services, involving the overhaul of a minimum of three CFM56-7B engines for the Boeing 737-800 fleet.
The Engine Maintenance services contract marks the first ever agreement between Lufthansa Technik and Air India Express, and will see Lufthansa Technik also support part of the airline’s Boeing 737 fleet with ad hoc repair and exchange of components, as well as AOG services.
“We are extremely pleased to announce this cooperation with Lufthansa Technik,” said Anil Jain, Head of Engineering, Air India Express. “Thereby, Air India Express now has access to Lufthansa Technik’s industry-leading experience and years of knowledge that will further assist us in our growth and operational reliability.”
“We extend our gratitude to Air India Express for entrusting us with their vital maintenance needs,” added Johanna Koch, Vice President Corporate Sales Southeast Asia & Indian Subcontinent, Lufthansa Technik. “Lufthansa Technik holds this collaboration in high regard and eagerly anticipates the development of this new and mutually beneficial partnership.”