Several winning products from the 2023 Crystal Cabin Awards include technology features that could simplify aircraft maintenance.

Saudia will retrofit cabins with Panasonic’s Astrova IFE system and collaborate with the OEM to develop new maintenance capabilities.

French-based precision engineering company, Mecachrome, has continued its transformation plan with the acquisition of Techni Protec Metal (TPM) in Sousse, Tunisia.

Barnes Group plans to complete its acquisition of the aero-engine manufacturing and repair specialist by the end of 2023.

UK-based engineering business will begin operating from late 2023.

Engine MROs and OEMs are taking steps to improve turnaround times and lead times.

United Airlines is set to purchase nearly 300,000 Astrova seatback screens from Panasonic Avionics to bolster its inflight entertainment offering.

The MRO's parent airline Lufthansa has acquired a stake in the Italian flag carrier.