MTU Maintenance has signed a new contract with the Saudi Arabian Oil Company, Saudi Aramco for the maintenance and on-wing support services of its General Electric CF34-8E engines. The contract covers all engines powering Aramco’s Embraer ERJ-170 fleet and has a duration of five years. MTU Maintenance has been a reliable provider for the maintenance of Saudi Aramco’s CFM56-7B engines since 2003 and is pleased to enhance its growing partnership with this reputable company with the maintenance of its CF34-8E fleet. Saudi Aramco, officially known as Saudi Arabian Oil Company, operates its own fleet of more than 40 aircraft for passenger and cargo carriage as well as medical evacuation and oil spill spraying.
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