MHI RJ Aviation Group (Canada) and Maeve Aerospace (Germany) have announced a strategic partnership to cooperate on the development of Maeve’s innovative M80 aircraft. This collaboration will focus on providing engineering and advisory services, leveraging the expertise of both organizations to advance the M80’s design and bring it closer to market readiness.
SAS (Scandinavian Airlines) has announced its participation in a strategic collaboration with Danish green hydrogen producers and Dutch industrial markets, aiming to establish Northwest Europe’s leading green hydrogen cluster. This initiative seeks to accelerate the production, distribution, and use of green hydrogen across industrial sectors, focusing on sustainable energy solutions that can contribute to carbon reduction goals in aviation and other…
SkyDrive, a leading air mobility company based in Japan, has signed a strategic alliance with FEAM Aero, a US-based provider of line maintenance services. This partnership aims to leverage SkyDrive’s air mobility solutions with FEAM Aero’s expertise in maintenance, creating an integrated framework to support the evolving demands of urban air mobility. By combining resources and knowledge, SkyDrive and FEAM Aero seek…
Eastern Airlines Technic of China and Thales, based in France, have renewed their Partnership Agreement, ensuring avionics maintenance and repair services for the China Eastern fleet through 2029. This extended partnership will see Thales providing comprehensive maintenance for its avionics systems installed across China Eastern’s A320, A330, and B737 fleets. The long-term commitment underlines the close collaboration between Thales and Eastern Airlines Technic, emphasizing the…
Avianca Cargo and Turkish Cargo have teamed up to launch a new cargo service on the Liege-Miami-Liege route, with operations beginning on November 3, 2024. This partnership connects Liege, a major European logistics hub, with Miami, a key entry point for cargo into the Americas. By linking these strategic locations, Avianca Cargo and Turkish Cargo aim to enhance air cargo connectivity between…
AAR, a US-based aviation services provider, has signed a multi-year agreement with Chromalloy to distribute Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) parts for the CF6-80C2 engine. This partnership covers the high pressure turbine Stage 1 and Stage 2 turbine blades, components critical to engine efficiency and durability. The agreement aligns with AAR’s strategy to expand its parts distribution network, providing airlines and maintenance providers with…
EFW (Elbe Flugzeugwerke), a German aerospace company specializing in aircraft conversions, and HNA Aviation Group from China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining a strategic partnership for A330P2F (passenger-to-freighter) conversions. Under this agreement, EFW will provide support for Grand China Aircraft Maintenance Services, an HNA subsidiary, operating out of Haikou. This collaboration positions both companies to capitalize on the rising demand for…
Lufthansa, Germany’s flagship carrier, has reached an agreement with the Italian government to acquire a stake in ITA Airways following intense, last-minute negotiations. This deal marks a strategic move by Lufthansa to expand its footprint in the Italian market, gaining access to a wider customer base and strengthening its position within Europe. The acquisition is expected to bolster ITA…
Air New Zealand and Cathay Pacific have welcomed the decision by the New Zealand Associate Minister of Transport to extend the authorization of their joint venture alliance for an additional five years. This extension allows both airlines to continue their cooperative efforts in enhancing connectivity and service options between New Zealand and Hong Kong. The renewed alliance aims to maintain and strengthen the…
Qantas and other industry stakeholders have raised concerns about a proposed partnership between Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia. This agreement would see Qatar Airways operate new international routes on behalf of Virgin Australia, a move that has stirred debate within the Australian aviation industry. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is currently reviewing the deal to determine whether it aligns…
