The statement clarifies Rolls Royce’ ongoing commitment to an open and competitive approach to its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services
July 2021: IATA and Rolls Royce have signed a joint statement after several months of productive and collaborative dialogue on industry best practice for engine MRO services. The statement clarifies Rolls Royce’ ongoing commitment to an open and competitive approach to its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services. As per the statement Rolls-Royce does not prevent the development of legitimate non-OEM parts or non-OEM repairs by MRO providers and independent parts manufacturers, as long as they are approved by the appropriate airworthiness regulator; Their policy is to grant airlines, lessors and MRO providers non-discriminatory access to OEM parts, repairs and support (including access to Rolls-Royce Care)
Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General said, “This statement is timely as the post COVID-19 restart will see an acute need to repair damaged finances while operating at the highest standards of safety and reliability. Rolls-Royce has taken a proactive approach in working with us on this commitment that will stimulate a more open MRO industry and have a long-lasting impact in the market. Competition spurs innovation and creativity while typically driving down costs, helping to keep air travel affordable. We look forward to other OEMs making similar commitments.”
Chris Cholerton, President Rolls-Royce Civil Aerospace, said, “We welcome this agreement that recognizes our ongoing commitment to providing customers with a flexible, capable and competitive MRO offering. We appreciate that an open and balanced ecosystem of MRO providers allows airlines to have access to greater choice and competitive pricing.“
Rolls-Royce does not discriminate against airlines, lessors or MRO providers that use non-OEM parts or repairs and they will not insist that airlines or lessors subscribe to Rolls-Royce services.
