Lufthansa Technik secures Uzbekistan Airways component support contract

The comprehensive agreement will give the airline access to spare parts to support aircraft availability and operational reliability.

Lufthansa Technik secures Uzbekistan Airways component support contract
Uzbekistan Airways Boeing 787. Credit: Uzbekistan Airways

Lufthansa Technik has signed a long-term agreement to provide component support for Uzbekistan Airways’ Boeing 787 Dreamliner and Airbus A320ceo/neo fleets through 2035.

Under the agreement, Lufthansa Technik will provide component pool support and supply services, giving the airline access to spare parts to support aircraft availability and operational reliability across its network.

The deal extends a relationship between the two companies that dates back to 1993, when Uzbekistan Airways introduced its first Airbus A310-300.

Shukhrat Khudaykulov, chairman of the board of Uzbekistan Airways, said: “Over the past three decades, Lufthansa Technik has proven to be a reliable and trusted partner for Uzbekistan Airways.

“As demand for air travel continues to grow and Uzbekistan further expands its role as an aviation hub in Central Asia, this agreement provides important support for our fleet modernisation and expansion plans.”

Uzbekistan Airways is pursuing a fleet renewal and growth strategy, investing in more fuel-efficient aircraft as it seeks to expand connectivity between Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.

Dr Christian Leifeld, chief financial officer of Lufthansa Technik, said: “This agreement reflects the exceptional partnership we have built with Uzbekistan Airways over more than 30 years. Extending our collaboration until 2035 is a strong testament to the mutual trust and fruitful cooperation between our companies.

“We are proud to continue supporting the airline’s Boeing 787 and Airbus A320 fleets as Uzbekistan Airways advances its growth and modernisation strategy.

“Lufthansa Technik remains fully committed to delivering the reliability, expertise and long-term support required for the airline’s continued success.”