Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) and CMA CGM AIR CARGO have signed a comprehensive extended maintenance contract covering GE90 engines.

Building on a contract initiated in 2022, which covered four GE90 engines with an initial term ending in 2030, this new agreement significantly expands the partnership under which CMA CGM AIR CARGO will integrate six additional GE90 engines into the existing contract, bringing the total to 10 engines.

This extension also prolongs the contract term to 2033, ensuring long-term collaboration and enhanced operational efficiency for CMA CGM AIR CARGO’s fleet.

Along with engine support, AFI KLM E&M will maintain the commitment to delivering comprehensive component support, further boosting the reliability and performance of CMA CGM AIR CARGO’s operations.

The signing of this new agreement is a testament to the high level of trust CMA CGM AIR CARGO places in AFI KLM E&M’s expertise. Pierre Teboul, senior vice president of commercial at AFI KLM E&M, said: “We are truly honoured by CMA CGM AIR CARGO’s decision to extend their trust in us. This expansion of our existing contract to include additional engines is a strong endorsement of our technical proficiency and our commitment to excellence in the maintenance of GE90 engines.

“We are dedicated to meeting the high standards and specific requirements of our clients in the cargo sector.”

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