Paris, Amstelveen, Norwich, 26 May 2015 – KLM UK Engineering is pleased to announce that they have been awarded the exclusive CityJet multi-year contract to perform heavy maintenance checks on their BAe Avro RJ85 aircraft.
KLM UK Engineering has been working with CityJet for over 20 years on their fleet and is delighted to have been awarded the work on this product. Arjan Meijer, the Managing Director of KLM UK, said: "Building on the many years of relationship with CityJet we are pleased to be able to continue work on their fleet. We have great experience on the BAe Avro RJ85 product and are confident we can deliver excellent service. I look forward to the start of the maintenance contract in April 2015 and hope to continue our partnership for many years to come."
About CityJet
Cityjet is an Irish Airline, founded in 1993, and has its headquarters in Dublin, with Operational Bases in Dublin, London City and Paris Airports. Cityjet's fleet of 17 x AVRO RJ 85 Aircraft operate scheduled services to over 13 European Cities from its main hub in London City airport. Cityjet also operates ACMI and Charters for many European Travel Operators.
About KLM UK Engineering
KLM UK Engineering Limited is a leading regional aircraft and narrow body MRO, wholly owned by KLM and member of the AFI KLM E&M Network. Services include base maintenance, line maintenance, and component sales, technical training and disassembly of Boeing 737’s, Airbus A320’s, Fokker 70/100 and BAe146/Avro RJ’s. KLM UK Engineering has been based at Norwich International Airport for 40 years and employs over 400 people, plus has a complete network of UK line stations. KLM UK Engineering prides itself on having an experienced and skilled work force, delivering a superior service and high quality product at a competitive price.
www.klmukengineering.com / www.linkedin.com/company/klm-uk-engineering-limited
About AFI KLM E&M
Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance is amajor multi-product MRO (Maintenance, nRepair, Overhaul) provider. With a workforce of over 14,000, AFI KLM E&M offers comprehensive technical support for airlines, ranging from engineering and line maintenance to engine overhaul, aerostructure and FTR support, as well as the management, repair and supply of aircraft components, structured around a powerful logistics network. AFI KLM E&M supports almost 1,500 aircraft operated by 150 major international and domestic airlines.
