Lufthansa Technik Aero Alzey (LTAA) has inaugurated a new 1,500-square-meter hangar by adding a new three-level building, situated within LTAA’s existing premises.
Lufthansa Technik Aero Alzey (LTAA), a subsidiary of Lufthansa Technik AG, has taken a significant step towards expansion by inaugurating a new 1,500-square-meter hangar on September 15th. This new three-level building, situated within LTAA’s existing premises, is a strategic move aimed at enhancing the company’s production capabilities and addressing the rising demand for engine overhauls. It will serve as a temporary storage space for engine parts and large tools while allowing LTAA to process a greater number of engines simultaneously.
Currently, LTAA employs 600 skilled workers, slightly fewer than before the recent crisis. However, Gruber expressed their aim to gradually return to pre-crisis staffing levels, with the potential for further staff expansion depending on future strategic decisions. LTAA’s commitment to sustainability is evident in its installation of a photovoltaic system across the entire roof area. This initiative aims to optimize energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions, aligning with the company’s green efforts.
Matthias Gruber, CEO, LTAA said, “The addition of this new space marks an important milestone in our path towards future growth. Despite the challenges faced over the past three years, including the recent crisis, we have managed to retain a significant portion of our highly skilled workforce. We are thus well positioned to serve the high demands of the market and to continue on a course of growth. We maintain close collaborations with industry leaders such as GE and Pratt & Whitney to to be a pioneer in the further development of engine technology.”
In addition to physical expansion, LTAA is also investing in advanced technologies. The company plans to acquire a waterjet system, enabling them to bring certain outsourced services in-house. This technology provides an environmentally friendly method for removing coatings from engine parts on-site, offering enhanced resource efficiency compared to traditional chemical stripping and mechanical methods.
Tobias Baumgart, COO, LTAA said, “This expansion creates space and allows us to use the existing production areas even more efficiently.”
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Beyond the new building, LTAA has ambitious expansion plans. They intend to establish a logistics center in the new industrial park and pursue further construction projects in the coming years, creating additional space for growth and innovation. As LTAA continues to evolve and invest in cutting-edge technologies, it reaffirms its position as a leader in engine overhaul services while embracing sustainable practices to meet the aviation industry’s demands for the future.
