Air Premia trusts in Lufthansa Technik for Airframe Related Components maintenance
Ten-year agreement with Lufthansa Technik Shenzhen covering 787-9 Dreamliner fleet
Full-service provision to guarantee smooth operations
Air Premia and Lufthansa Technik Shenzhen have signed a landmark agreement for comprehensive maintenance services for Airframe Related Components, strengthening the partnership between the two companies. The services will be performed at Lufthansa Technik Shenzhen’s facility and will support Air Premia's fleet of nine Boeing 787-9 aircraft powered by Trent 1000 engines, ensuring reliable and efficient operations. The ten-year contract, commencing on January 1, 2026, covers maintenance, repair, overhaul (MRO), modification, and spare support services including lease and exchange solutions provided through Lufthansa Technik’s global network.
Under the terms of the agreement, Lufthansa Technik Shenzhen will provide comprehensive services for a wide range of Airframe Related Components including Engine Inlet Cowls, Fan Cowls, Thrust Reversers, Exhaust Nozzles, Radomes, and Flight Controls, helping Air Premia to ensure stable operations.
"In order to sustain our unrivaled operations, we have chosen to partner with the industry's leading technical service providers, ensuring seamless operations and the highest standards of customer satisfaction. We place our full confidence in Lufthansa Technik, the foremost MRO provider, whose extensive expertise in airframe-related component maintenance perfectly complements our commitment to operational excellence," said Paul Kim, Vice President Purchasing from Air Premia.
"This agreement highlights the confidence customers place in Lufthansa Technik Shenzhen, " said Jan Pfeil, President & CEO at Lufthansa Technik Shenzhen. "Our team combines local expertise with global resources to deliver high-quality, reliable support. We look forward to contributing to Air Premia’s operational success and supporting the long-term performance of its Dreamliner fleet."
"Being entrusted with further business by our existing customer is always rewarding and a big honor. This new contract builds upon our existing Total Component Support agreement for Boeing 787-9 aircraft that began in August 2024," said Jens Michel, Vice President Corporate Sales NEA at Lufthansa Technik. "This partnership represents another level of cooperation with Air Premia and strengthens our strategic position in the Korean market. We are proud to be Air Premia's trusted partner for their growing fleet operations."
About Air Premia:
Air Premia Inc. is a South Korean airline committed to delivering majorly long-haul air transportation services, especially operating on the philosophy of being a beloved airline that provides high-quality services with only the essentials as a Hybrid Service Carrier (HSC) at reasonable prices. Operating a modern fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, Air Premia focuses on operational excellence and customer satisfaction in an increasingly competitive aviation market.
About Lufthansa Technik Shenzhen:
Established in 2000, Lufthansa Technik Shenzhen (LTS) is a Sino-German joint venture between Lufthansa Technik AG (80%) and Beijing Kailan Aviation Technology Company (20%). LTS specializes in the repair of aircraft components, with three core business units: Airframe Related Components (ARC), Component Services (COM), and Mobile Engine Services (MES). The company offers a broad range of repair services, including in-depth parts repair and on-site emergency support. LTS serves the Asia-Pacific region with high-quality technical solutions tailored to customer needs.
About Lufthansa Technik:
The Lufthansa Technik Group is one of the leading providers of technical aircraft services in the world. Certified internationally as maintenance, production and design organization, the company employs more than 22,000 people in dozens of locations around the globe. Lufthansa Technik offers the full range of services for commercial, VIP and special mission aircraft. The portfolio includes maintenance, repair, overhaul and modification of airframes, engines, components and landing gears, as well as the manufacture of innovative cabin products and digital fleet support.