SWISS Entrusts Aircraft Maintenance Services to Turkish Technic
Turkish Technic, a leading maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) provider for commercial aircraft, their components and private jets, has recently signed an agreement with Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS), one of Europe’s leading airline operators, for the maintenance services of seven Airbus A330 aircraft.
The first aircraft’s maintenance, within the scope of the agreement, will commence in November, 2023. The remaining 6 aircraft will be serviced at Turkish Technic’s facilities in Istanbul in the upcoming months.
Commenting on the new agreement, Yasin Birinci, Chief Technical Officer of Turkish Technic, said: “We are delighted that SWISS has entrusted us with their aircraft maintenance services. Our high-quality services, reliable turnaround times, and commitment to exceeding customer expectations set us apart as the trusted partner for new customers. We believe that this agreement will pave the way for a long-term partnership between both parties.”
Commenting on the agreement, Dr. Claus Bauer, Vice President Technical Fleet Management of SWISS, said: “SWISS is to explore the key strategic partners for MRO in the years to come. Turkish Airlines with its big A330 fleet is experienced with the product and we expect competitive performance. Our goal is to foster a trustful partnership that provides value for both parties for a long-term cooperation.”
Operating as a one-stop MRO company with high-quality service, competitive turnaround times, and comprehensive in-house capabilities, Turkish Technic provides maintenance, repair, overhaul, engineering, modification, tailor-made PBH and reconfiguration services to many domestic and international customers at five locations.
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) is Switzerland’s largest air carrier. With one of Europe’s most advanced aircraft fleets, SWISS is a premium airline that provides direct flights from Zurich and Geneva to keep Switzerland connected with Europe and the world. SWISS is part of the Lufthansa Group and is also a member of Star Alliance, the world’s biggest airline network.
About Turkish Technic Inc.
Turkish Technic (IATP: TKT), an association of Turkish Airlines group companies (Istanbul Stock Exchange: THYAO), is one of the world’s leading aviation services providers, where comprehensive maintenance, repair, overhaul, modification and reconfiguration services are performed with a highly qualified workforce of 10.000 staff within Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Sabiha Gokcen Airport and Istanbul Airport facilities on two separate continents. Aside from its engineering and maintenance activities, Turkish Technic supports aircraft operators and owners globally with encompassing component pooling, design, certification and production services.
