HAECO Group (HAECO) and Shanghai Aircraft Customer Service Co. Ltd. (SACSC), a subsidiary of Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC), today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on airframe, engine and component services. This partnership aims to address the growing maintenance demands of COMAC platforms such as ARJ21 and C919.

Established in 1950, HAECO is a leading provider of comprehensive aircraft engineering services covering airframe, engine and component solutions. The group comprises 16 operating companies, employing around 15,000 staff in Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland, Europe, and the Americas. COMAC, as the aircraft manufacturer implementing large passenger aircraft programs in China, is engaged in the research, manufacture and flight tests of civil aircraft and related products, as well as marketing, servicing, leasing and operations of civil aircraft.

HAECO currently offers comprehensive services for COMAC’s platforms, including base maintenance capabilities for the ARJ21 and C919. The company has committed to further develop capabilities for the CF34-10A engine and ARJ21 landing gear by 2025. In addition, HAECO has established expertise in the C919 evacuation slide through its components division. The MOU will enable the two parties to jointly deliver more comprehensive support towards COMAC’s domestic and international customers. 

“HAECO and COMAC have been working together for many years, especially in our Xiamen training facility where over 2,700 COMAC student-courses have taken place.” said Richard Sell, Chief Executive Officer of HAECO Group. “This collaboration reflects our commitment in supporting the long-term growth of COMAC, its customers and the broader aviation industry. We appreciate the trust COMAC has placed in us and we look forward to strengthening our relationship. I would also like to congratulate COMAC in opening its SACSC Hong Kong Office today.”

HAECO and COMAC are committed to delivering high-quality services that meet the needs of their airline customers, ultimately contributing to the growth and sustainability of the aviation industry. This partnership marks a significant step forward in enhancing aircraft maintenance capabilities in the region, ensuring that both organizations can effectively support the evolving landscape of the aviation industry.