Global aerospace and national security company, SNC, and Lufthansa Technik AG, a leading provider of technical aircraft services for both civil and military programs, have announced a strategic partnership designed to enhance their combined capabilities in the global aerospace market. The agreement, signed during the Paris Air Show, marks a significant step forward in collaborative efforts to support defense and aerospace customers worldwide.

This strategic partnership will enable SNC and its counterpart’s military branch, Lufthansa Technik Defense, to jointly pursue opportunities in aircraft modification, repair and lifecycle support, leveraging complementary expertise to deliver innovative solutions to customers across the United States, Europe and NATO partners. By combining SNC’s advanced technological capabilities with Lufthansa Technik Defense’s extensive experience in the maintenance, repair, overhaul and modification of aircraft, the partnership aims to offer unparalleled support and services to the international defense and aerospace sectors.

“Our collaboration with Lufthansa Technik Defense represents a powerful synergy to accelerate innovation and excellence in aerospace support,” said Jon Piatt, Executive Vice President of SNC’s ISR, Aviation and Security (IAS) business area. “Working together, we are well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and enhance mission readiness through ground-breaking aircraft solutions.”

“By combining SNC’s mission system expertise with our deep experience in aircraft support, we are taking another step in strengthening defense capabilities across the transatlantic. That’s exactly what matters in today’s security environment – credible cooperation, shared responsibility and technological strength,” said Michael von Puttkamer, Vice President Special Aircraft Services at Lufthansa Technik.

Key components of the agreement include identifying and capturing new, mutual business opportunities and a commitment to exploring capabilities at the leading edge of technological advancement.

The partnership underscores SNC's and Lufthansa Technik Defense’s dedication to delivering superior aerospace solutions that address the complex challenges faced by defense and national security partners today and into the future.