MTU Aero Engines to suspend some manufacturing and MRO operations in response to COVID-19

MTU Aero Engines AG announced (23-Mar-2020) it will temporarily suspend a large proportion of operations across several facilities in Europe in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The temporary suspension will first affect MTU's manufacturing facilities in Munich and Rzeszów, where engines are assembled or engine components manufactured. Activities will be ramped down by the end of the week commencing 22-Mar-2020, in a coordinated approach. Operations are expected to be suspended for three weeks from 30-Mar-2020. A week later, the company will suspend operations at its engine MRO facilities in Hannover and Ludwigsfelde. By deferring this slightly, the company will be able to complete shop visits and ensure an organised start to the suspension. Operations at these facilities are expected to be reduced to an absolute minimum for three weeks, but the company will remain available to its customers. [more - original PR]