TAAG ANGOLA AIRLINES ANNOUNCES NEW 5 YEAR CONTRACT WITH AFI KLM E&M ON BOEING 777 POOL AND REPAIR COMPONENT SUPPORT

Addis Ababa, 25th of April 2024 - TAAG Angola Airlines is proud to announce a new contract with Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M). This five-year agreement includes a pool and repair component support, as well as an MBK (Main Base Kit) for their aircraft fleet of five 777-300 and three 777-200.

This new agreement marks the first exclusive component support agreement between AFI KLM E&M and TAAG, symbolizing the growing relationship between the two companies.

Nelson de Oliveira Chief Executive Officer at TAAG, expressed his enthusiasm: "We are pleased to partner with AFI KLM E&M, a trusted provider of MRO services. This 5-year agreement will ensure the reliable and efficient maintenance of our Boeing 777 fleet, which is crucial for our operations. We look forward for this continued fruitful relationship."

Commenting on this announcement, Géry Mortreux, Executive Vice President at Air France Industries said: "We are thrilled to see today the renewal of this partnership with TAAG on their Boeing 777 fleet. We will continue to provide them with the highest quality pool and repair component support. And through this partnership we are also excited to deepen our footprint in Africa and expand our reach in the region."

About TAAG Angola Airlines
TAAG Angola Airlines is the leading airline in the country and is recognized worldwide for its strong high-yield market, having grown its current network to 12 domestic and 13 international destinations. Its fleet allows, in addition to passenger transport, air cargo services which have become essential for Angola´s growth and development. TAAG is a company that prides itself on a strong track record of service and performance excellence.

For more information on TAAG Angola Airlines, visit: www.taag.com

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.
www.afiklmem.com