Ethiopian Airlines opens three MRO facilities

Ethiopian Airlines Group , Africa’s aviation group, has expanded its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities with the opening of three facilities: a Component Maintenance Workshop, a Central Warehouse, and a 2-Bay General Maintenance Hangar.

 

 The new infrastructure, which has a total investment of over $150 million and a construction timeline of three years, is expected to enhance operational efficiency and strengthen Ethiopian's position as the leading MRO service provider on the continent.

 

The new facilities, executed in partnership with China National Aero-Technology International Engineering Corporation (CAIEC), China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), and DAR Al-Handasah Consultants (Shair and Partners), will add over 170 new components to Ethiopian MRO's capability list.

 

The addition of two wide body General Maintenance Hangars will increase the total number of hangars at Ethiopian MRO to eight, enhancing comprehensive aircraft maintenance capacity.

 

The Central Warehouse, with a built-up area of 15,000 m2 and a storage volume of 25,500 m3, will incorporate an advanced Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS), enhancing spare parts management efficiency and supporting smoother maintenance operations.

 

Mesfin Tasew, Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, stated: “The completion of these advanced MRO facilities significantly enhances our technical capability and reinforces our position as a key player on the global stage. With expanded capabilities and cutting-edge systems, we are now better equipped to deliver efficient, high-quality maintenance services for both our growing fleet and third-party operators.” He added, “As we strengthen our infrastructure, we reaffirm our dedication to supporting Africa’s aviation renaissance and solidifying Ethiopia’s place as a continental hub for world-class aviation services and sustainable growth.” -TradeArabia News Service