Wedoany.com Report-Oct. 14, Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) has secured a three-year engine maintenance contract with Shenzhen Airlines and its subsidiary, Kunming Airlines, covering 2025 to 2027. The agreement focuses on comprehensive maintenance for CFM56-7B engines, strengthening a long-standing collaboration with Shenzhen Airlines, headquartered in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China.

Shenzhen Airlines, established in 1992, operates a fleet of over 200 aircraft, serving routes across major Chinese cities, Hong Kong, Macao, and international destinations including the United Kingdom, Spain, Qatar, Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia. As one of China’s leading airlines, it has partnered with AFI KLM E&M for CFM56-7B engine maintenance for a decade. The consistent delivery of reliable, high-quality services has built trust, paving the way for this expanded contract.

All maintenance work will be conducted at KLM Engine Facilities in Amsterdam, utilizing advanced technical expertise and extensive experience with the CFM56-7B, a widely used engine in global aviation. This setup ensures high standards of performance and reliability for Shenzhen Airlines’ fleet.

Tommaso Auriemma, Vice President Sales Asia Pacific at AFI KLM E&M, highlighted the commitment to quality, stating: “Our teams are committed to delivering reliable, top-quality maintenance while maintaining flexibility to adapt to our partners’ evolving operational needs. As airlines face the ongoing challenges of fleet optimisation and peak engine removal cycles, our tailored slot management and global AOG support will ensure Shenzhen Airlines and Kunming Airlines continue to operate at the highest standards of safety and efficiency. We are proud to support Shenzhen Airlines and Kunming Airlines as they continue to grow their operations in China and beyond.”

Wu Jun, Vice President of Shenzhen Airlines Co., Ltd., emphasized the strategic importance of the partnership, saying: “Choosing AFI KLM E&M as one of the primary suppliers for the repair of the CFM56-7B engine is a strategic decision made by the company to ensure the reliability and operational efficiency of our fleet. We believe that with the company’s extensive experience in engine maintenance and its global service capabilities and network, the company can achieve better growth and ensure the safety of passenger travel.”

The agreement supports Shenzhen Airlines’ operational growth by ensuring fleet reliability and safety, critical for its extensive domestic and international network. By leveraging AFI KLM E&M’s global maintenance capabilities, the partnership enhances efficiency and supports the airline’s expansion in a competitive market. This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to high standards, fostering sustainable growth in aviation services while meeting the demands of modern air travel.