MRO & Manufacturing
easyJet to Acquire Adria Tehnika MRO Facility in Slovenia
easyJet signs agreement to acquire Adria Tehnika in Slovenia, expanding in-house heavy maintenance capabilities with a five-bay hangar and skilled workforce.
This article is based on an official press release from easyJet.
easyJet has officially signed an agreement to acquire Adria Tehnika, a specialized aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider based at Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport in Slovenia. The acquisition, announced in early December 2025, represents a major strategic shift for the low-cost carrier as it moves to bring significant heavy maintenance operations in-house.
According to the airline’s announcement, the transaction includes the transfer of Adria Tehnika’s five-bay hangar facility and its workforce of approximately 250 skilled engineers and staff. The deal is expected to close in early 2026, subject to standard regulatory approvals. This move follows easyJet’s 2024 acquisition of the SR Technics facility in Malta, further solidifying the airline’s control over its maintenance supply chain.
Securing Maintenance Capacity
The acquisition of Adria Tehnika provides easyJet with immediate access to established heavy maintenance infrastructure. The Ljubljana facility spans approximately 10,000 square meters and has the capacity to handle roughly 400,000 man-hours annually. By integrating this facility, easyJet aims to secure guaranteed maintenance slots, a critical resource that has become increasingly scarce in the post-pandemic aviation landscape.
Brendan McConnellogue, Director of Engineering & Maintenance at easyJet, highlighted the long-standing relationship between the two companies in the press statement:
“We have worked with Adria Tehnika for almost a decade and entrusted them with over 200 heavy maintenance inputs… We are really pleased to be acquiring the facility, along with its skilled workforce, which will help us further our aim of bringing more of our maintenance in-house.”
The airline noted that Adria Tehnika has previously executed complex projects for easyJet, including the “SpaceFlex” cabin reconfiguration program initiated in 2016. Under the new ownership structure, Barbara Perko Brvar will continue to lead the organization as CEO.
Strategic Rationale: The Shift to Insourcing
This acquisition is part of a broader strategy by easyJet to reduce reliance on third-party providers. By owning the facilities, the airline seeks to improve operational resilience and mitigate the risks associated with supply chain delays and slot unavailability.
According to company statements, bringing these operations in-house allows for greater cost efficiency and tighter control over maintenance scheduling. This is particularly vital as the airline manages a large fleet of Airbus A320 family aircraft, which require regular heavy maintenance checks.
AirPro News analysis
The decision by easyJet to acquire Adria Tehnika reflects a growing industry trend known as “insourcing.” In the wake of global supply chain disruptions and a shortage of skilled aviation mechanics, airlines are increasingly moving away from the pure outsourcing models that dominated the last two decades.
Market data suggests that the global MRO market is currently facing a “super cycle” of demand. Aging fleets, delayed deliveries of new aircraft from manufacturers, and high utilization rates have squeezed the availability of third-party maintenance slots. By purchasing Adria Tehnika, and previously the SR Technics facility in Malta, easyJet is effectively insulating itself from market volatility. This vertical integration ensures that the airline is not left competing for hangar space during peak maintenance seasons, protecting its flight schedules and operational reliability.
About Adria Tehnika
Adria Tehnika has a deep history in European aviation, originally serving as the technical division of Slovenia’s former national carrier, Adria Airways. It became an independent entity in 2010 and has since built a reputation for expertise on Airbus A320 and Bombardier CRJ series aircraft. The company holds EASA Part-145 maintenance and Part-147 training certifications.
While easyJet will become the owner, the facility has historically served a diverse client roster, including major carriers such as Lufthansa, SAS, and Brussels Airlines. In the press release, Adria Tehnika’s leadership expressed optimism about the facility’s future development under the backing of a major airline group.
“With a strategic investor like easyJet, we will be able to further and more rapidly develop our activities, capacities, and the expertise of our employees,” said Barbara Perko Brvar, CEO of Adria Tehnika.
The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed in the initial announcement.
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Photo Credit: easyJet
MRO & Manufacturing
Werner Aero Acquires A319-100 in Third August 2026 Teardown Deal
Werner Aero acquires Airbus A319-100 MSN 2897 for teardown, its 16th airframe acquisition in 2026 through August.
Werner Aero has acquired an Airbus A319-100 for its aircraft teardown program, marking the aviation aftermarket supplier’s third airframe acquisition in August 2026.
The New Jersey-based company, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation Group, announced the transaction in a September 17 press release, highlighting the continued expansion of its parts recovery and material reuse operations.
Fleet transition and teardown operations
The newly acquired narrowbody, identified as manufacturer serial number (MSN) 2897, was delivered to eCube Solutions at its facility in St Athan, Wales. The aircraft will be dismantled to support Werner Aero’s global spare parts inventory.
This transaction brings the company’s total aircraft acquisitions for the year to 16 through the end of August. Of those, 14 have been allocated specifically to the teardown program, which focuses on recovering high-demand components for active commercial fleets.
Aftermarket strategy
Werner Aero specializes in end-of-life asset management and spare parts provisioning for several major commercial aircraft families. The company’s teardown portfolio primarily targets the Airbus A320 family, Boeing 737 Next Generation, Embraer E-Jet, and Bombardier CRJ platforms.
AirPro News analysis
We view this steady pace of acquisitions as a direct reflection of the current commercial aviation aftermarket. With global supply chain constraints continuing to impact new aircraft deliveries and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) spare parts availability, operators are increasingly reliant on the used serviceable material (USM) market to keep existing fleets flying. Werner Aero’s acquisition of 16 airframes in just eight months underscores the high demand for mature narrowbody components, particularly for ubiquitous platforms like the A320 family.
Sources: Werner Aero
Photo Credit: Werner Aero
MRO & Manufacturing
Eaton Secures FAA Part 145 Certification for Malaysia MRO JV
Eaton’s joint venture with SIAEC in Malaysia earns FAA Part 145 certification, expanding regional MRO capabilities across Asia-Pacific.
Intelligent power management company Eaton announced on September 23, 2026, the expansion of its aerospace aftermarket operations in the Asia-Pacific region, highlighted by a new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 145 Repair Station certification for its joint venture in Malaysia and a new engineering investment in Singapore.
In a press release issued during the MRO Asia-Pacific 2026 event, Eaton detailed the dual initiatives aimed at strengthening its regional maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) footprint. The FAA certification authorizes Eaton Aero Services (EAS) to perform approved maintenance and issue airworthiness release certificates, while the Singapore expansion focuses on product innovation and engineering solutions.
Regulatory approval expands Malaysian joint venture capabilities
Eaton holds a 51 percent equity stake in EAS, with SIA Engineering Company Limited (SIAEC) holding the remaining 49 percent. The joint venture was officially incorporated in June 2024 and operates out of a facility in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. The partnership was established to inspect, test, repair, and overhaul Eaton-manufactured aircraft components.
The newly announced FAA Part 145 certification allows EAS to conduct FAA-approved MRO services on components installed on airframe and engine fuel systems, as well as hydraulic systems. This approval adds to the facility’s existing regulatory certifications from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) and the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS).
Singapore engineering and innovation investment
Alongside the Malaysian MRO developments, Eaton confirmed an expansion of its aerospace engineering capabilities in Singapore. This initiative is supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB).
The Singapore investment will target aerospace product innovation, engineering solutions, and MRO process improvements. It will also support retrofit, modification, and upgrade (RMU) programs for operators in the region. Ian Lam, managing director of Eaton’s Aerospace Group for the Asia-Pacific region, stated that the EDB-supported investment is strengthening the company’s engineering capabilities and enabling more responsive customer solutions.
“Together with EAS’s FAA certification, these developments position Eaton to serve customers with greater speed, flexibility and proximity while strengthening our regional aftermarket presence,” Lam said.
AirPro News analysis
The dual announcements from Eaton highlight a broader industry trend of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) localizing their aftermarket support networks in the Asia-Pacific market. By securing FAA Part 145 certification for the EAS joint venture, Eaton and SIAEC can now capture a wider segment of the regional MRO market, particularly for operators requiring FAA-certified component releases. The parallel investment in Singapore engineering capabilities suggests Eaton is positioning itself not just for component repair, but for higher-margin retrofit and modification programs as airlines seek to extend the operational life of existing fleets.
Photo Credit: Eaton
MRO & Manufacturing
StandardAero and GMR Aero Technic Partner for LEAP MRO in India
StandardAero and GMR Aero Technic sign a supplier agreement for on-wing CFM LEAP and CFM56 engine support across India.
StandardAero (NYSE: SARO) and GMR Aero Technic have signed a Supplier Service Agreement to provide localized on-wing support for CFM International LEAP and CFM56 engines operating in India. The partnership, announced on September 22, 2026, aims to reduce aircraft downtime for domestic operators by establishing specialized engine maintenance capabilities closer to their operating bases.
In a press release issued on September 22, 2026, StandardAero confirmed the agreement targets the CFM International CFM56-7B, LEAP-1A, and LEAP-1B engine platforms. These powerplants are the primary engines for the Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX families, which dominate the narrowbody fleets of Indian carriers.
Addressing India’s growing narrowbody fleet
The Indian commercial aviation market represents one of the fastest-growing sectors globally, characterized by a massive backlog of narrowbody aircraft. According to StandardAero, operators in India currently have approximately 1,000 LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B powerplants in service, with an additional 3,200 engines on order. The legacy CFM56-7B, which powers the Boeing 737NG family, also maintains a significant footprint with more than 100 engines still active in the country.
GMR Aero Technic, a division of GMR Air Cargo and Aerospace Engineering Ltd, provides line maintenance services at 12 airports across India and one in Nepal. The company serves over 60 customers and Airlines. By integrating StandardAero’s global engine aftermarket expertise with GMR Aero Technic’s regional infrastructure, the companies intend to create a responsive support network for these fleets.
Ashok Gopinath, President and Accountable Manager at GMR Aero Technic, stated the partnerships marks an important milestone in developing advanced engine support capabilities for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. He noted the collaboration aims to deliver greater value to airlines by combining local infrastructure with global expertise.
StandardAero’s expanding Asia-Pacific footprint
The agreement in India follows a similar regional strategy executed by StandardAero in late 2025. In November 2025, the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider signed a Memorandum of Understanding with GMF AeroAsia to provide on-wing support services for CFM56-7B engines in Indonesia.
Rebecca Lane, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at StandardAero, highlighted this expansion as part of a broader strategy to localize maintenance access.
“Coming less than a year after our agreement with GMF AeroAsia in Indonesia, this new partnership with GMR Aero Technic highlights StandardAero’s commitment to providing operators with local support on a global scale,” Lane said.
StandardAero has steadily built its LEAP maintenance capabilities since signing the first non-airline CFM Branded Service Agreement in the Americas in March 2023. The company operates an 810,000-square-foot facility in San Antonio, Texas, which serves as a CFM LEAP Premier MRO provider. Through its Component Repair Services network, StandardAero has industrialized nearly 500 component repairs for the LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines. In February 2026, the San Antonio facility completed its first performance restoration shop visit for a LEAP engine.
AirPro News analysis
We view this partnership as a strategic necessity for both entities given the sheer volume of LEAP-powered aircraft entering the Indian market. With over 3,200 LEAP engines on order by Indian operators, the demand for localized, rapid-response maintenance will outpace the capacity of traditional, centralized overhaul facilities. On-wing support allows technicians to perform targeted repairs and inspections without removing the engine from the aircraft, significantly reducing out-of-service time. For StandardAero, partnering with established regional players like GMR Aero Technic and GMF AeroAsia provides immediate access to local flight lines without the capital expenditure of building new facilities from scratch. This localized approach will be critical for airlines attempting to maintain schedule reliability amid global engine supply chain pressures.
Sources: StandardAero
Photo Credit: StandardAero
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