EPCOR and Riyadh Air Sign Strategic Long Term Agreement For APS5000 Support
Paris, France – 30th July 2025 – EPCOR, a wholly owned subsidiary of Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M), has signed a long-term agreement with Saudi Arabia’s new world-class airline, Riyadh Air for the full maintenance and support of APS5000 Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) powering Riyadh Air’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet.
The agreement establishes a long-term contract that reflects strong trust and technical alignment between the two parties. The deal includes comprehensive APU services designed to ensure optimal fleet availability and long-term operational efficiency for Riyadh Air. Under this agreement, EPCOR will provide Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul, and Modification services, as well as APS5000 availability, On-wing Support and Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) coverage plus advanced Predictive Maintenance services of Prognos ® for APU.
Building for Growth with Reliability
The support package was designed through close collaboration between engineering and commercial teams from both companies, resulting in a customized, end-to-end maintenance solution. The agreement provides long-term reliability for Riyadh Air in line with their expansion plans.
Heidi Haveman, Managing Director of EPCOR, stated: "This partnership transcends a mere service agreement; it embodies a growing relationship founded on mutual trust and a shared commitment to operational excellence. We are honoured to support Riyadh Air in their endeavour to establish a world-class airline and look forward to leveraging our extensive expertise in APS5000 maintenance to contribute to their visionary goals."
Martin Eiba Acting COO at Riyadh Air said: “At Riyadh Air, our goal is to deliver an exceptional passenger experience powered by reliability and innovation. This long-term partnership with EPCOR ensures that our fleet receives the highest standard of technical support from one of the most respected names in APU maintenance. It also demonstrates our commitment to building enduring global relationships aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.”
Supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030
As Saudi Arabia rapidly develops its aviation sector under Vision 2030, this agreement supports Riyadh Air’s mission to become a global airline, connecting the Kingdom to over 100 destinations by the end of the decade. EPCOR’s proven track record in harsh operating environments makes it a trusted partner in Riyadh Air’s ambitious growth.
About Riyadh Air
Riyadh Air is a world-class airline owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF). Launched in March 2023, the airline will be a digitally-led, full-service airline that adopts the best global sustainability and safety practices across its advanced fleet of aircraft. Riyadh Air will equip its aircraft with the most advanced, state-of-the-art features with innovative, best-in-class cabin interiors and experiences, including next generation digital in-flight entertainment systems and connectivity solutions. Riyadh Air will connect guests to over 100 destinations around the world by 2030 through offering an exceptional guest experience with an authentic, warm Saudi hospitality at its heart.
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.
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.
