by Jen Mallia
Last updated: 12:35 PM ET, Fri February 14, 2025
WestJet and Lufthansa Technik announced a major new partnership that will see the German company providing a broad range of services, such as quick turn shop visits, on-wing repairs and full performance restorations for WestJet’s fleet of 737 MAX aircraft.
"This agreement represents one of the largest awards ever granted to any MRO provider for CFM LEAP engines worldwide. It's a contract that underlines Lufthansa Technik's leading position in the support of new generation engine types." says Soeren Stark, Chief Executive Officer of Lufthansa Technik. W"e greatly value WestJet's strong confidence in our extensive expertise and our ability to serve as a trusted long-term partner. At the same time, we are grateful for the strong support from our local allies in Canada, which is essential in advancing the creation of a new engine repair shop and test cell facility in Calgary."
The announcement states the CFM LEAP-1B engine repair operations for WestJet will be offered by Lufthansa Technik through its global network. While overhauls will continue to take place at the main facility in Hamburg, Germany, and the company's joint venture near Wrocław, Poland, Lufthansa Technik aims to introduce quick turn shop visits at the newly created repair station in Calgary, Canada.
Building the station in Calgary is an exciting aspect of the deal. "This new, state-of-the-art facility is a major step toward making Calgary and Alberta global leaders in aviation innovation, says the Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister for for Prairies Economic Development Canada. “Our government is proud to partner with the Calgary Airport Authority, industry leaders, and all levels of government to strengthen Canada's aviation sector. We beat out strong competition to secure this opportunity, showcasing our region's innovative spirit and commitment to reducing emissions. Together, we're developing and adopting cutting-edge technologies that will boost the competitiveness of small and medium-sized businesses across the aviation supply chain."
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