Lufthansa Technik joins Latin American & Caribbean Air Transport Association ALTA

Starting with November 2013, Lufthansa Technik, a worldwide leading
supplier of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services for
commercial aircraft, becomes an affiliated member of ALTA – the Latin
American and Caribbean Air Transport Association.

Eduardo Iglesias, Executive Director of ALTA, commented Lufthansa
Technik’s joining: “We are pleased that Lufthansa Technik has joined
ALTA’s ranks. Lufthansa Technik is a progressive MRO provider,
committed to premium quality, innovation and adding value to maximize
efficiency for its clients. Lufthansa Technik, as an affiliated
member, will contribute to the tradition of collaboration for the
joint advancement of the aviation industry in Latin America.”

Joerg Femerling, Vice President Sales Latin America & the Caribbean
of Lufthansa Technik said: “Becoming a member of ALTA is a logical
step for Lufthansa Technik. The aviation market in the Latin American
and Caribbean region is permanently growing. We see ALTA as the
optimal platform to strengthen sustainably our contacts with the
leading airlines in this part of the world and as an excellent chance
to increase our presence in the region.”

The new ALTA membership is the latest step of Lufthansa Technik to
strengthen its footprint in the booming Latin American aviation
market. The company is presently progressing its technical and sales
presence within the Lain American region.