The Memorandum of Understanding between Sabena Technics and Aer Lingus sets out plans for
a future collaboration, under which Sabena Technics will provide base maintenance, as well as
enhancements to Aer Lingus’ Airbus A330 aircraft. These services will be carried out at Sabena
Technics’ Bordeaux facility over three winter maintenance seasons, from 2026 to 2029.
Commenting on the announcement, Sabena Technics CEO Hervé Grandjean said, “Sabena Technics is proud to soon celebrate two decades of collaboration with Aer Lingus—a partnership that extends from the hangar floor to senior management, built on mutual trust and shared commitment to excellence. Each winter season, this strong relationship ensures seamless execution of base maintenance operations, and we are delighted that Ireland’s flag carrier has once again chosen our Bordeaux facility for heavy maintenance on its wide-body fleet, as well as extensive future-proofing of its Airbus A330. This continued partnership reflects the deep MRO heritage we’ve built together — one
that goes beyond measurable metrics and speaks to the strength of our shared values. This new phase will allow us to expand our resources and facility slot capabilities to meet the demands of this complex project, which will ensure that Aer Lingus’ A330s fleet continues to offer industry-leading comfort and quality into the future.” –
Also commenting was the Aer Lingus Chief Technical Officer, Javier Jimenez who added, “Sabena Technics has been a trusted maintenance partner to Aer Lingus for nearly two decades. Their consistent delivery, deep technical expertise, and shared commitment to operational excellence have played a pivotal role in supporting the safety, reliability, and performance of the Aer Lingus fleet. As we look ahead to the upcoming maintenance seasons, we are pleased to continue this valued partnership. In addition to maintaining high standards of service, the location of Sabena Technics’ Bordeaux facility has also supported our sustainability goals, including efforts to reduce CO₂ emissions by optimising maintenance scheduling, allowing to minimise unnecessary repositioning flights. This collaboration reflects our mutual dedication to innovation, efficiency, and a more sustainable future for aviation.”
