Rolls-Royce Appoints HAECO Group as Asia Pacific's First On-wing Services Provider

HAECO Group announced today its appointment by Rolls-Royce as the first authorised on-wing services provider in the Asia Pacific region. On-wing services are jointly provided by HAECO Hong Kong and Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited ("HAESL"), and currently cover Rolls-Royce engine models RB211, Trent 500, Trent 700 and Trent 800 as well as the IAE V2500.

For over 60 years, HAECO Hong Kong has provided valuable support to some 70 airlines through its line maintenance operations at Hong Kong International Airport. Now, as the Rolls-Royce civil engine fleet continues to expand, powered by the Trent engine family, HAECO is on hand to support that growth.

Raymond Leung, HAECO Hong Kong's Vice President Commercial, Line Services, pointed out: "By leveraging the combined strengths of HAECO Hong Kong, our line maintenance network in the region, and HAESL's technical expertise in engine work, we are perfectly positioned to deliver extra value to the Rolls-Royce on-wing services provider network and to provide the best possible engine support solutions to airlines in Asia Pacific."

In light of the significant and growing global demand for on-wing services, Richard Kendall, HAESL's Director and General Manager, added: "We are proud to be a major player in the Rolls-Royce on-wing services provider network. Becoming part of the network means we can further assure our airline customers that they can manage and reduce operational costs and maximise aircraft availability."

The HAECO Group plans to extend on-wing services to the Trent 900, Trent 1000 and Trent XWB engine models.

About Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited ("HAECO Group")
The HAECO Group is one of the world's leading aircraft engineering and maintenance service providers. The Group provides a comprehensive range of services encompassing Airframe Services, Line Services, Cabin Solutions, Private Jet Solutions, Fleet Technical Management, Inventory Technical Management, Component Overhaul, Aerostructure Repairs, Landing Gear Services, Engine Services, Parts Manufacturing and Technical Training. The HAECO Group consists of 19 subsidiaries and affiliates, employing around 17,000 staff in Hong Kong, Mainland China, Singapore and the United States. The HAECO Group is publicly listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 00044). HAECO Group's website: www.haeco.com

About Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited ("HAESL")
HAESL provides world-class aero engine and component repair services to many of the world's most respected airlines that have chosen Rolls-Royce to power their fleet of Airbus and Boeing Aircraft. HAESL is a joint venture company between Rolls-Royce plc, Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited ("HAECO Group"), a member of the Swire Group and SIA Engineering Company ("SIAEC").