Wedoany.com Report, On March 9, 2026, Airhub Aviation signed a strategic maintenance agreement with aircraft lessor AerCap to provide base maintenance and aircraft redelivery services at its Šiauliai International Airport (SQQ) facility in Lithuania. This agreement makes Airhub Aviation a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) partner for AerCap, supporting narrow-body aircraft transitions and deliveries in Europe and the Middle East.
"This partnership solidifies our position in the aircraft transition and maintenance sector," said Oleg Novak, General Manager of Airhub Aviation. "Our Šiauliai facility is purpose-built for quick-turn base maintenance, aircraft modifications, engine changes, and long-term storage – all key services needed by lessors managing fleet transitions. We look forward to further strengthening our cooperation with AerCap in the MRO field."
Under the agreement, Airhub Aviation will provide base maintenance and implementation of European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) modifications, including avionics upgrades, cabin reconfigurations, engine and landing gear changes. A dedicated temporary hangar will facilitate the rapid induction of aircraft, ensuring minimal downtime.
Airhub Aviation will also leverage its expertise in component management, supply chain solutions, and long-term storage. The company's Asset Management division provides mid-life aircraft support, including parts harvesting, repair management, and optimized inventory solutions.
The Šiauliai facility can accommodate up to 25 narrow-body aircraft simultaneously, making it one of the region's largest capacities. The location offers cost-effective storage and transition solutions, benefiting from its proximity to key European markets. As a NATO base airport, SQQ also provides high-security infrastructure and flexible all-weather operations.
Founded in 2019, Airhub Aviation focuses on global mid-life and mature aviation asset management. Operating from three key aviation hubs in Europe and the Middle East, it manages assets worth over USD 200 million. The company is part of the GetJet Group, led by founder Aleksandr Celiadin, and employs over 900 people.
AerCap is a company in the global aviation leasing sector, providing fleet solutions to approximately 300 customers. AerCap is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, headquartered in Dublin, and has offices in multiple locations worldwide.
