EPCOR BV, the AFI KLM E&M center of excellence for repair of APUs and components, is proud to announce the acquisition of the HGT1700 Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) maintenance capability for the Airbus A350 aircraft. This strategic expansion enables EPCOR to offer comprehensive MRO services for this relatively new aircraft as from July 2025.
Press release
EPCOR expands capabilities with acquisition of Honeywell license for HGT1700 APU maintenance for A350 aircraft
Paris, Schiphol-Rijk, July 30th, 2024
EPCOR enhances A350 Service Portfolio with addition of HGT1700 APU maintenance
The HGT1700 APU, manufactured by Honeywell, is renowned for its reliability, efficiency, and advanced technology, making it a critical component of the Airbus A350’s operational excellence. By acquiring this capability, EPCOR strengthens its portfolio and reaffirms its commitment to supporting the latest aircraft technologies and meeting the evolving needs of the aviation industry.
With this expansion, EPCOR continues to build on its reputation as a trusted partner in the aviation industry, offering innovative solutions that drive efficiency and reliability. The addition of the HGT1700 capability aligns with EPCOR’s strategic vision of growth and excellence, positioning the company to better serve its global customer base.
EPCOR’s state-of-the-art facility at Amsterdam Schiphol-Rijk and skilled technicians are equipped to handle the intricacies of the HGT1700 APU, ensuring that A350 operators receive the highest standards of service.
“Acquiring the HGT1700 capability is a significant milestone for EPCOR. This addition allows us to provide top-tier maintenance solutions for A350 operators throughout the world, ensuring they benefit from our expertise and dedication to service and quality. Our goal is to support our customers with the most reliable and efficient services, and this new capability is a testament to that commitment.”
Heidi Haveman
Managing Director of EPCOR
“This strategic expansion signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, enabling us to provide comprehensive MRO services for our valued customers. We are dedicated and poised to deliver unparalleled MRO solutions.”
Anne Brachet
Executive Vice President of Air France-KLM Engineering & Maintenance
About EPCOR
EPCOR BV is a wholly owned subsidiary of Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance, part of the Air France-KLM Group, holding amongst others EASA, FAA, CAAC, CAAV certifications. Within the Group EPCOR provides MRO support for the APUs for a wide range of commercial aircraft and is a licensed and OEM warranty approved Honeywell and Pratt & Whitney Canada (former HSPS) Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) repair center. EPCOR maintains APUs on Boeing 737NG/MAX (GTCP131-9B), 777 (GTCP331-500B) and 787 (APS5000), Airbus A220 (GTCP131-9C), A320neo/family (GTCP131-9A, A330neo, A340 (GTCP331-350) and A350 (HGT1700). Besides the APU capability EPCOR also maintains and overhauls air cycle machines on 737, 777, 787 and Emb170/190, 787 Cabin Air Compressor (CAC), environmental control systems, starters and many other components installed on large commercial aircraft. EPCOR also offers ‘Prognos® for APU’ for predictive maintenance support.
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