ST Engineering has announced a significant five-year contract with Korean Air to provide maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for the airline’s LEAP-1B engines, which power its Boeing 737 MAX fleet. This agreement marks a new partnership between the two companies, with ST Engineering delivering quick-turn services, including high pressure turbines and Performance Restoration Shop Visit (PRSV) services, from its facility in Singapore.
The contract highlights ST Engineering’s status as the first independent MRO provider in Asia to be designated a Premier MRO provider in CFM International’s LEAP open MRO ecosystem. Tay Eng Guan, Head of Engine Services at ST Engineering, stated, “This agreement underscores Korean Air’s confidence in our ability as a trusted partner who can deliver high-quality engine services and support their long-term growth plans.”
ST Engineering has been expanding its capabilities to meet the growing demand for LEAP engine maintenance. The company achieved testing capabilities for LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines at its Singapore facility in 2024 and is now enhancing its services to include LEAP PRSV. This expansion is crucial as airlines increasingly require comprehensive engine maintenance solutions.
Korean Air, one of the world’s top 20 airlines, operates a modern fleet of 162 aircraft and serves 116 cities globally. This collaboration with ST Engineering is expected to bolster the airline’s operational reliability and support its long-term growth strategy. As the aviation industry continues to recover and expand, such partnerships are vital for maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency.
