Pratt & Whitney to Expand GTF MRO Capacity in Singapore

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Pratt & Whitney plans to expand its Singapore engine center, Eagle Services Asia, by 48,000 square feet to accommodate a two-thirds increase in capacity. The expansion is part of the company's investment to support the GTF fleet. The GTF MRO network has more than doubled in size since 2019, with 13 active engine centers worldwide and six more expected by 2025. This expansion and growth indicate positive prospects for Pratt & Whitney's aftermarket services.

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• Pratt & Whitney's expansion of Eagle Services Asia and the growth of the GTF MRO network show positive prospects for the company's aftermarket services.

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SINGAPORE, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MRO Asia Pacific -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, today announced plans to increase the capacity of its Singapore engine center, Eagle Services Asia (ESA). The 48,000 square-foot expansion will accommodate a two-thirds increase from current facility capacity.

"Pratt & Whitney is investing globally to support the GTF fleet. As part of the expansion, we will increase staffing and provide extensive staff training so that we are well equipped to meet the increased demand," said Shangari Meleschi, vice president, Aftermarket Operations – Asia Pacific and Turkiye. "We are dedicated to maintaining our customers' trust as we work through the impacts of the GTF fleet management plan."

Eagle Services Asia inducted its first PW1100G-JM engine for overhaul in 2019. It is a joint venture between SIA Engineering Company and Pratt & Whitney and a member of the Pratt & Whitney GTF™ MRO network that comprises of the industry's leading MRO companies.

Since 2019, the GTF MRO network has more than doubled in size, and there are currently 13 active GTF MRO engine centers worldwide with an additional six expected to be online by 2025. The network is part of Pratt & Whitney EngineWise® solutions, which provide engine operators with a variety of aftermarket services resulting in long-term, sustainable value. Visit enginewise.com for more information.

About Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units. To learn more visit prattwhitney.com.

About RTX
RTX is the world's largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 180,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2022 sales of $67 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

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