MRO Business Today

28/07/2025

MTU Aero Engines reported a 21% year-on-year revenue growth to €4.1B and a 40% rise in adjusted EBIT, driven by strong commercial MRO demand and recovery in the GTF engine supply chain.

As a key partner in Pratt & Whitney’s GTF program, MTU’s MRO segment now accounts for nearly 40% of its maintenance revenue, reflecting increased throughput and shorter turnaround times, especially for the PW1100G-JM powering the A320neo. A solid sign of momentum returning to the engine aftermarket space.

MTU Aero Engines reports 21% revenue growth in H1 2025, driven by GTF engine MRO demand and signs of supply chain recovery.

28/07/2025

Wizz Air’s operations continue to be impacted by Pratt & Whitney GTF engine issues, with 41 aircraft grounded—nearly 15% of its fleet. The return timeline has now been pushed to FY2027.

To cope, Wizz has doubled its spare engine pool and adjusted maintenance strategies, straining both internal resources and MRO partners. With global engine shop capacity under pressure and parts still in short supply, the airline is rethinking network plans, growth targets, and long-term maintenance contracts.

Wizz Air grounds 41 aircraft amid GTF engine woes, prompting a major shift in MRO strategy, network planning, and fleet flexibility as recovery stretches into 2027.

28/07/2025

TRIUMPH has completed its acquisition by Warburg Pincus LLC and Berkshire Partners, becoming a privately held company. This transition is set to support the company’s long-term growth in the aerospace and defense MRO sector.

Jorge L. Valladares III steps in as CEO, bringing deep experience from TransDigm to lead Triumph’s continued focus on mission-critical systems and aftermarket services for global OEM and defense customers.

Triumph remains independent, poised to strengthen its role as a key MRO and components partner across both commercial and military platforms.

Triumph Group has been acquired by Warburg Pincus and Berkshire Partners, becoming a privately held company. Jorge L. Valladares III is named CEO to lead the company’s expansion in aerospace systems and MRO services.

28/07/2025

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24/07/2025

Diehl Aviation will break ground on a new production facility in Craiova, Romania, on July 30, 2025 — marking a major step in its global expansion. The 12,000 sq. meter site will produce advanced cabin and aircraft components for commercial aviation, with plans to scale from 75 to 500 employees.

Part of Diehl’s strategy to boost supply chain resilience and meet growing OEM and aftermarket demand, the Craiova facility will strengthen localized manufacturing capabilities and operational agility across Europe.

Diehl Aviation will establish a new 12,000 sqm production site in Craiova, Romania, to boost cabin components manufacturing, strengthen European supply chains, and support growing OEM and MRO demand.

24/07/2025

Ryanair - Europe's Favourite Airline extends 10-year partnership with MAAS Aviation to repaint 500 aircraft across its Maastricht and Kaunas facilities — supporting its ambitious fleet growth to 800 aircraft by 2034, including 300 The Boeing Company 737 MAX-10s.

More than just a fresh coat of paint, this move ensures brand consistency, aerodynamic efficiency, and MRO readiness for one of Europe’s fastest-growing fleets. MAAS Aviation’s eco-compliant, high-throughput paint shops will play a crucial role in sustaining Ryanair’s operational standards and environmental goals.

Ryanair signs 10-year deal with MAAS Aviation to repaint 500 aircraft at facilities in the Netherlands and Lithuania, supporting fleet growth, branding, and MRO efficiency.

24/07/2025

Denmark, in collaboration with the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), has acquired four MQ-9B SkyGuardian RPAs from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, including three certified ground control stations.

The deal strengthens Denmark’s Arctic and maritime surveillance capabilities while expanding opportunities for long-term MRO collaboration across NATO’s European partners. Centralized logistics, interoperable sustainment, and shared training via NSPA will help reduce life-cycle costs and enhance joint operational readiness.

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24/07/2025

Why Power-by-the-Hour (PBH) is Still Flying High in 2025?

PBH agreements continue to dominate aviation maintenance, offering airlines cost predictability, operational reliability, and scalable support as fleets grow.

Here's why airlines are sticking with PBH:
✅ Fixed hourly rates = budget control
✅ Reduced AOG downtime via global rotable pools
✅ Seamless scalability for expanding fleets
✅ Simplified warranty & logistics
✅ Supports circular economy goals

AJW Group remains a key PBH player — now supporting Air Transat’s A321ceo and neo fleet across Canada, with a 92% first-pass fix rate and 73% warranty recovery on eligible claims.

PBH contracts often include warranty recovery services, saving airlines significant costs. AJW Group reports recovering nearly 73% of eligible warranty claims, reducing OPEX further.

23/07/2025

ST Engineering MRAS will design and build the exhaust nozzle for JetZero’s all-wing demonstrator, supporting its mission to cut fuel burn and emissions.

ST Engineering MRAS will design and manufacture the exhaust nozzle for JetZero’s all-wing demonstrator, supporting aerodynamic efficiency and sustainability goals ahead of its 2027 flight.

23/07/2025

Lufthansa Technik has signed long-term agreements with IndiGo to provide lease return support for a large part of its Airbus A320 family fleet. Base maintenance will be carried out in Sofia and the Philippines, while component repairs will take place in Hamburg.

This supports IndiGo’s fleet transition needs with flexible scheduling and efficient turnaround, further strengthening Lufthansa Technik’s presence in the Indian aviation market.

Lufthansa Technik signs long-term MRO agreements with IndiGo to support lease returns of its Airbus A320 family fleet, delivering base and component maintenance through its global facilities.

23/07/2025

JetBlue Airways is deepening its collaboration with Trax by adding the eMobility Planning Control app and adopting Trax’s cloud hosting solution. This move reinforces JetBlue’s vision to fully digitise its TechOps operations across its 280+ aircraft fleet.

The new tools will streamline maintenance planning, boost technician efficiency, and reduce disruptions—paving the way for future upgrades like eMRO.

JetBlue enhances its digital transformation by adopting Trax’s cloud hosting and eMobility Planning Control app, aiming to streamline aircraft maintenance, improve efficiency, and support AI integration across its fleet.

23/07/2025

Special Story | MRO’s Manpower Challenge: 710,000 Technicians Needed by 2044

The Boeing Company forecasts a global need for 710,000 new MRO technicians by 2044, as aviation scales up to meet rising fleet demand. Asia-Pacific leads the surge, with India and Australia expanding infrastructure in response.

With retirements looming and aircraft becoming more digital, the industry is adopting AR/VR training, AI tools, and predictive systems to modernize MRO roles.

Bridging the talent gap will require global collaboration, tech-driven training, and fresh talent pipelines to power aviation’s future.

Boeing’s latest 20-year outlook forecasts the need for 710,000 new maintenance technicians by 2044, as MRO capacity and workforce development emerge as key industry challenges.