AFI KLM E&M and Cebu Pacific Air Sign agreement to strengthen partnership on Components and Engines for A320/A321 Fleet during the official visit of the French Minister of Foreign Trade to the Philippines
Paris, Amstelveen, Manila - 11 April 2025 – Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) and Cebu Pacific Air proudly announce the strengthening of their partnership for the A320/A321 Fleet.
The two companies celebrated at the French Residence in Manila, the upcoming signing for the Component support for the A320 family fleet, while also entering into an Agreement for CFM56-5B Shop Visit and On-Wing/On-Site support.
The formal signing ceremony was honored by the presence of distinguished guests, including the French Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade, Mr. Saint-Martin, the French Ambassador to the Philippines, Her Excellency Mrs. Marie Fontanel and the Philippines Secretary of Transportation, Mr. Vince Dizon.
This enhanced partnership underscores the mutual commitment to ensuring optimal performance and reliability of the airline’s A320/A321 fleet. This collaboration plays a pivotal role in strengthening AFI KLM E&M's position as a leading MRO provider in the region, particularly on the A320 platform.
Cebu Pacific Air, which recently placed the largest aircraft order in the Philippines' history with 102 confirmed and 50 optional A320/A321 NEO aircraft, continues to scale up its operations, further solidifying its status as a major player in the low-cost airline market.
Alexander Lao, President and Chief Commercial Officer at Cebu Pacific Air states: "Extending our partnership, including Engine Services, with AFI KLM E&M is a strategic move aligned with our growth trajectory. Their expertise and reliability in maintaining our A320/A321 fleet are critical as we expand our operations. This extended agreement ensures that we can continue to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective services to our passengers."
Tommaso Auriemma, Vice President Sales Asia Pacific, commented on the collaboration; "We are honored to renew our partnership with Cebu Pacific Air, a key client who has consistently demonstrated robust growth and innovation. This further collaboration on the A320 platform will reinforce our commitment to expanding our services and inventory in the Asia-Pacific region. Together, we are set to achieve new heights of operational excellence."
About Cebu Pacific Air
Cebu Pacific Air (CEB), the Philippines' leading airline, entered the aviation industry on March 8, 1996 and pioneered the "low fare, great value" strategy. It has flown over 250 million passengers since inception. CEB offers the widest domestic network in the Philippines with 37 domestic destinations. It also operates to 26 international destinations, spanning across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.
About AFI KLM E&M
Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance is a major multi-product MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul) provider. With a workforce of over 12,800, AFI KLM E&M offers comprehensive technical support for airlines, ranging from engineering and line maintenance to engine overhaul, aero structure, and fan thrust reverser support, as well as the management, repair, and supply of aircraft components, structured around a powerful logistics network. AFI KLM E&M supports almost 3,000 aircraft operated by 200 major international and domestic airlines.
