HAECO has announced the signing of a new base maintenance contract with Air Canada, the largest national carrier in Canada. The contract, effective from September 2023, spans a five-year term with an option for an additional five years.

Under this agreement, HAECO Hong Kong will become Air Canada's exclusive base maintenance provider for their Boeing 787 and Airbus A330 fleet, comprising eight Boeing 787-8 aircraft, 30 Boeing 787-9 aircraft (with two additional aircraft on order), and 18 Airbus A330 aircraft. The comprehensive scope of the contract includes C checks for both the Boeing 787 and Airbus A330 fleets. Leveraging HAECO Hong Kong's proven expertise and well-equipped facility, the company will deliver exceptional maintenance services, ensuring the highest level of safety and operational efficiency for Air Canada's fleet.

Gerald Steinhoff, Chief Commercial Officer of HAECO Group, said:

“This new base maintenance contract with Air Canada reflects HAECO’s unwavering commitment to excellence and our ability to deliver top-notch maintenance solutions. We are very pleased to partner with Air Canada and are confident that our expertise will ensure the highest level of service and support for their fleet."

Michael Collett, Head of Maintenance Operations of Air Canada, said:

“We are extremely proud to be partnering with HAECO to perform heavy maintenance on our Boeing 787 and Airbus A330 fleet. HAECO’s proven commitment to quality and on time performance will help strengthen our widebody Maintenance Program.”