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Singapore Airshow: ST Engineering and Xiamen Airlines sign new LEAP-1A MRO deal

The commercial aerospace business of ST Engineering has entered into a multi-year engine MRO agreement with Xiamen Airlines to support its CFM LEAP-1A engines with their first Performance Restoration Shop Visit (PRSV).
photo_camera (From left) Ken Lim, GM of ST Engineering’s Xiamen facility, Yip Hin Meng, Head of Aerospace MRO and Head of Aviation Asset Management, ST Engineering, Tay Eng Guan, Head of Engine Services, ST Engineering, with Chen Guoshun, Director of Xiamen Airlines’ Engine Management Centre, Tang Jianqi, DGM of Engineering & Maintenance at Xiamen Airlines and Zhang Qifu, GM of Xiamen Airlines’ Singapore branch at a signing ceremony held at the Aviation Showcase of the ST Engineering Pavilion at Singapore Airshow 2026.

The commercial aerospace business of ST Engineering has entered into a multi-year engine MRO agreement with Xiamen Airlines to support its CFM LEAP-1A engines with their first Performance Restoration Shop Visit (PRSV).

ST Engineering’s longstanding relationship with Xiamen Airlines spans over 35 years, beginning with JT8D, CFM56-3 and CFM56‑7B engine shop visits.

Tang Jianqi, deputy general manager of engineering and maintenance at Xiamen Airlines, said: “The success of ST Engineering in winning this highly competitive bidding project on the first round PRSV of Xiamen Airlines’ LEAP-1A fleet fully demonstrates its comprehensive competence in the engine maintenance industry, including quality, service, and pricing.

“For airlines, engine overhaul strategy is one of the most critical decisions in engineering and maintenance. A long-term, stable strategic partnership alliance is precisely what Xiamen Airlines expects on a capable engine overhaul manufacturer such as ST Engineering.”

Tay Eng Guan, head of engine services at ST Engineering, said: “This new agreement with Xiamen Airlines is a testament to their strong confidence in our engine MRO capabilities, built on a robust track record of reliable and high-quality maintenance we have provided to their engine fleets over the years.

“By stepping up our support with CFM LEAP engine PRSV services, we will give Xiamen Airlines the peace of mind to stay focused on their operations and growth while we ensure the upkeep of their engines.”

The announcement was made at the 2026 Singapore Airshow.

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