The expansion marks a new era for Lufthansa Technik Malta, with millions of Euros earmarked for training its technical experts, acquiring necessary tooling, and securing materials.
Lufthansa Technik Malta (LTM), which recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, is set to become the European center of excellence for the overhaul of widebody aircraft. As part of its expansion strategy, LTM will diversify its portfolio to include base maintenance services for Boeing 787 aircraft. This exciting development marks a new era for the company, with several million Euros earmarked for training its technical experts, acquiring necessary tooling, and securing materials. The first Boeing 787 is expected to arrive at LTM’s premises in Spring 2024.
This strategic decision underscores LTM’s commitment to excellence and innovation in the aircraft maintenance industry. By broadening its capabilities to include the Boeing 787, LTM will further solidify its standing as a center of excellence for modern widebody aircraft maintenance in Europe. This expansion will enhance the company’s ability to meet the diverse needs of its customers, leveraging LTM’s remarkable efficiency and reliability.
Maria Cilia, Head of Base Maintenance Services and the CEO, Lufthansa Technik Malta said, “It is a pleasure to start my position as the new CEO of Lufthansa Technik Malta with such an important investment in our company. With the expansion of our portfolio, we will not only become the center of excellence for widebody aircraft overhaul in Europe to serve our Boeing 787 operators in the region, but we will also strengthen our presence in the Maltese community and create new opportunities for current and future employees.”
Lufthansa Technik Malta has come a long way since its establishment in 2002 as a joint venture between Lufthansa Technik and Air Malta. Situated at Malta International Airport, the company initially focused on providing a broad range of line and base maintenance services for short-haul aircraft, including the Airbus A320 and A320neo, as well as long-haul aircraft such as the Airbus A330, A340, and A350. With a workforce of approximately 500 aviation experts, LTM serves a diverse clientele of international customers.
Alexander Feuersaenger, Vice President & COO Aircraft Maintenance Services, Lufthansa Technik said, “Building on the significant role that Lufthansa Technik Malta has had within our base maintenance network over the past two decades, our investment in enhancing capabilities with a dedicated overhaul line for Boeing 787 aircraft will further solidify the company’s standing as center of excellence for modern widebody aircraft. This development will allow us greater flexibility in meeting our customers’ needs, leveraging LTM’s remarkable efficiency and reliability.”
Over the years, LTM’s portfolio has expanded to encompass extensive base maintenance services, reflecting its commitment to evolving alongside the aviation industry’s changing landscape. The company has been a trailblazer in innovation, hosting the Lufthansa Technik Innovation Bay. This unique facility has played a pivotal role in testing groundbreaking technologies, ranging from drone-based inspections of aircraft fuselages to mobile 3D scanners and exoskeletons.
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Lufthansa Technik Malta’s journey to becoming the European center of excellence for widebody aircraft overhaul underscores its dedication to advancing the aviation industry, serving its clients with cutting-edge technology, and contributing to the growth and development of the Maltese community. As the company continues to reach new heights, it remains a shining example of excellence and innovation in the world of aircraft maintenance.
