20 Mar 2023
Update on Data Security Incident
On 7 March 2023, Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited (HAECO) informed that it had discovered that it was named a victim of the Lockbit3.0 ransomware group. The group threatened to release certain data purportedly stolen from HAECO unless a ransom was paid. At this time, there is no evidence that data has been published.
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7 Mar 2023
Notice of Data Security Incident
Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited (HAECO) has discovered that it has been named a victim of the Lockbit3.0 ransomware group. The threat actor threatens to publish HAECO’s data.
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HAECO Global Engine Support improves LEAP capabilities and increases quick turn capacity
HAECO Global Engine Support, a business unit of the HAECO Group, and a leading engine services provider, today announced that it has added a new 8-bay gantry system at its Dallas facility.
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HAECO and VTC to collaborate on technical training for young generation of aircraft maintenance talents
Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited (HAECO) and The Vocational Training Council (VTC) have signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly establish a framework for self-development, leadership education and technical training to support the development of aircraft maintenance talents for Hong Kong’s aviation industry.
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HAECO appoints Group Director Component and Engine Services
HAECO Group today announced that Ms Sandra Nieuwenhuijzen is appointed as Group Director Component and Engine Services, effective 24 April 2023. She will succeed Mr Angus Barclay who will be retiring after 35 years of service with the Swire Group.
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HAECO Group deploys AR technology to enhance maintenance operation and inspection
HAECO Group, one of the world’s leading aviation solutions provider, has begun deploying augmented reality (AR) technology from Telepresenz® to enhance the efficiency and quality of its maintenance operation and inspection. Currently in use by HAECO Hong Kong and HAECO Landing Gear Services in Xiamen, the new tool provides a one-stop solution for frontline technicians to visualise and process real-time actionable information with the original equipment manufacturer and the engineering team, enabling critical decisions to be made safely and timely, and at the actual point of workplace.
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HAECO Xiamen completes first Airbus A321-200PCF freighter conversion
HAECO Xiamen, a member of the HAECO Group, announced today that it has completed and redelivered its first Airbus A321-200PCF converted freighter with Supplemental Type Certificate (‘STC”) partner, 321 Precision Conversions, LLC (“Precision”). HAECO Xiamen has been an authorized Precision Conversion Centre since 2010, and this first A321-200PCF redelivery marked yet another milestone in the continued development of HAECO Xiamen’s capabilities.
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HAECO Xiamen to build world’s largest single span aircraft maintenance hangar in Xiamen Xiang’an International Airport
HAECO Xiamen, a member of the HAECO Group, participated in a groundbreaking ceremony today to commence the construction of its new aircraft maintenance facility in Xiamen Xiang’an International Airport.
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HAECO to continue maintenance support for Lufthansa
HAECO Xiamen, a member of the HAECO Group offering a range of airframe services covering maintenance, modification, cabin configuration and passenger-to-freighter conversion, today announced that it has once again been selected by Lufthansa to perform C check on the airline’s Boeing 747-400 and 747-8 aircraft. HAECO Xiamen is expected to complete C check for Lufthansa’s seven 747-400 and eight 747-8 aircraft by March 2024.
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HAECO and GE Aerospace sign GE Branded Service Agreement for CF34-10A Engine
HAECO and GE have signed a GE Branded Services Agreement (GBSA) for CF34-10A engines. The GBSA will enable HAECO Engine Services (Xiamen) to perform OEM-standard maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services for the engine type with support from GE. As the GBSA License Holder in the Greater China Region for CF34-10A, HAECO expects to be ready to provide engine services for global operators in 2024.
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