Safran and AFI KLM E&M have entered into a General Term Agreement and a Power By the Hour contract to maintain APU Generators for more than 300 Airbus A320 and A320neo jets.
Safran and Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) have entered into a General Term Agreement and a Power By the Hour contract to maintain Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Generators. These agreements, spanning a period of five years, will cover more than 300 Airbus A320 and A320neo aircraft operated by one of AFI KLM E&M’s customer airlines in the Asia-Pacific region. Under the terms of the agreement, Safran Electrical & Power will undertake the repair of the APU Generators at its facility in Pitstone, United Kingdom. The aim is to provide state-of-the-art repair services with a seamless workflow and quick turnaround time, supporting the operations of AFI KLM E&M and its subsidiary.
The collaboration between Safran and AFI KLM E&M signifies a strong partnership between two industry leaders. Safran, a global leader in aerospace and defense technologies, brings its expertise in electrical and power systems to ensure reliable and efficient repairs of APU Generators. AFI KLM E&M, a leading MRO provider, is dedicated to delivering exceptional services and support to its customers.
Vincenzo Guerriero, VP Customer Services and Support, Safran Electrical & Power, said, “We are delighted to sign these two contracts with AFI KLM E&M, an important customer of Safran. This is the result of a good relationship that we wish to further strengthen in the future. We are committed to providing the best possible service and the highest level of quality expected by an aviation equipment manufacturer to support AFI KLM E&M’s operations around the world.”
The signing of these agreements reflects the commitment of both companies to provide high-quality maintenance services to the aviation industry. The seamless workflow and quick turnaround time offered by Safran will contribute to the operational efficiency of AFI KLM E&M’s customer airline, ensuring the continued reliability and performance of their Airbus A320 and A320neo fleets.
Jose-Marie Louis, VP Procurement, Air France Industries said, “We are very pleased with this agreement with Safran. As an airline-MRO we are constantly looking for the most adaptive solutions to meet our customers’ needs. Safran’s expertise in maintaining APU generators guarantees our customers’ fleets high-quality support.”
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As the aviation industry continues to evolve and face new challenges, partnerships like this play a vital role in meeting customer demands and delivering world-class maintenance solutions. Safran and AFI KLM E&M’s collaboration will not only benefit their respective organizations but also contribute to the overall efficiency and reliability of the airline industry as a whole.
