At the MRO Europe Exhibition, Safran Electrical & Power and Lufthansa Technik announced an expanded cooperation to deliver advanced maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) generators installed on the Airbus A320 fleet. Under this renewed agreement, Safran Electrical & Power will provide Lufthansa Technik with technical expertise and full support to ensure the continued reliability and efficiency of A320 electrical systems operated by airlines globally. The collaboration enhances Lufthansa Technik’s worldwide service network with greater flexibility and operational performance.
Katharina Charlotte Schaefer, Senior Director of Corporate Procurement at Lufthansa Technik, said, “Our goal is to consistently deliver superior reliability and service for our airline customers. This extended partnership with Safran Electrical & Power enables us to further refine our maintenance solutions for APU generators across the A320 family. By leveraging the strengths of both organizations, we can better meet the dynamic needs of the aviation industry and sustain the highest standards of performance.”
Amans Defossez, Vice President of Customer Support & Services at Safran Electrical & Power, added, “We’re delighted to elevate our cooperation with Lufthansa Technik. This agreement demonstrates our shared commitment to developing dependable and forward-looking maintenance solutions for A320 operators worldwide. Working together allows us to anticipate market trends and help airlines enhance the performance of their electrical systems while achieving operational excellence.”
This development extends Safran’s long-standing relationship with Lufthansa Technik, which also includes the recent 10-year renewal of their MRO agreement for Safran Landing Systems products. Safran, a global high-technology group operating in aviation, defense, and space, employs nearly 100,000 people worldwide and reported €27.3 billion in revenue in 2024. Listed on Euronext Paris, the company is part of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices. Safran Electrical & Power, a world leader in aircraft electrical systems, plays a key role in advancing equipment electrification and hybrid propulsion, with 15,000 employees across 13 countries.
