Core Points - China International Airlines (Air China) and CFM International celebrate over 25 years of collaboration and extend their joint venture agreement for another 20 years [1][3] - The partnership emphasizes the commitment to providing world-class engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services in China and Asia [3][4] - The new agreement will enhance the LEAP engine maintenance capabilities of Sichuan International, supporting the growth of the LEAP engine fleet in China [3][4] Company Overview - Sichuan International was established in 1999 as a joint venture between Snecma (now Safran Aircraft Engines) and Southwest Airlines of China, later transitioning to a partnership between Air China and CFM International in 2010 [6] - The company has completed over 2,500 repairs on CFM56 engines and nearly 200 repairs on LEAP engines in the past seven years [6] - Sichuan International serves over 70 airlines in China and Asia, including Air China and its subsidiaries [6][8] Industry Context - The global aviation industry is currently undergoing a recovery and transformation, with Air China expressing confidence in the long-term development of the air transport market [3] - CFM International views China as a growth engine for its business in the Asia-Pacific region, with over 2,700 aircraft powered by CFM engines currently operating in China [4] - Sichuan International plays a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and operational efficiency of the CFM engine fleet in the region [4]