China Airlines has extended its total component support contract with Lufthansa Technik for another six years.

The extended contact covers component support for the airline’s fleet of 21 Airbus A330 aircraft.

Lufthansa will also provide component services for China Airline’s A350 fleet, including simulator components and auxiliary power units.

China Airline’s VP engineering division Jason Tsai said: “The reliable and high-quality services we have experienced since 2010 had convinced us to extend the contact. A stable operation is crucial for us and Lufthansa Technik has proven to be a dependable partner.”

Lufthansa Technik’s VP corporate sales for North Asia Konstantin Stathopoulos added: “We are thankful for our long-term and trustful relationship with China Airlines and are committed to exceed their expectations.”