ST Engineering, the Singapore-based aerospace manufacturer and maintenance, repair, and overhaul provider, reported a significant increase in demand for its commercial aerospace products during the first quarter of 2026. The company secured S$1.7 billion in new contracts, reflecting growing activity across its maintenance and aerostructures divisions.
In 2025, ST Engineering achieved record revenues, more than doubling pre-pandemic sales, and remains on track to outperform industry growth rates. Notably, in engine maintenance, it began a performance restoration shop visit for a CFM Leap-1A engine for China’s Xiamen Airlines and plans to expand capabilities for both Leap engine types.
The company also secured contracts supporting Boeing 737 MAX flight hours and 737NG landing gear overhauls from Japanese low-cost carrier Skymark Airlines. In addition, it acquired contracts for Airbus airframe heavy maintenance and cabin modifications, along with support for Boeing aircraft fleets, indicating a strategic push in airframe capacity expansion.
Furthermore, in its freighter conversion business, ST Engineering partnered with EFW to secure Airbus A330-300 passenger-to-freighter conversions contracts with aircraft lessors Hengqin Winglet Aircraft Technology and Asia Pacific Aviation Leasing.
Overall, ST Engineering continues to diversify its portfolio with a focus on component work and capacity growth, positioning itself for further expansion in the aerospace aftermarket sector.
