ANA Holdings, the parent company of All Nippon Airways, has delayed the effective date for its full acquisition of Nippon Cargo Airlines (NCA) for the seventh time, now setting the new timeline for 1 July 2025. The repeated postponements highlight the complexities involved in integrating a major cargo operator into ANA’s broader corporate structure.
South African Airways (SAA) has taken delivery of a 12-year-old Airbus A320, with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 5461, in Johannesburg, reinforcing its fleet amid measured expansion efforts. The aircraft joins SAA’s narrowbody operations under a leased arrangement, consistent with the airline’s current asset-light strategy.
Singapore Airlines has announced it will retire its final four Boeing 737-800 aircraft by the end of March 2026, marking a key milestone in its ongoing fleet renewal strategy. The move comes as the airline ramps up deliveries of the Boeing 737-8, part of the MAX series, to modernize its narrowbody operations.
Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest carrier, has finalized a comprehensive engine supply agreement with GE Aerospace (US), confirming its selection of GEnx engines for a fleet of 11 new Boeing 787 Dreamliners and GE9X engines for eight Boeing 777-9 aircraft. The deal includes options for six additional GE9X-powered 777-9s, reflecting the airline’s confidence in GE’s latest propulsion technologies.
Buraq Air, the Libyan carrier, has announced the expansion of its fleet with the addition of an Embraer E190 regional jet, marking a new phase of operations under its newly established subsidiary, Buraq Express. The move is part of a broader strategy to increase flexibility and connectivity within the region.
Aircraft Leasing & Management (ALM), based in the United Kingdom, has confirmed the acquisition of an Airbus A220-300 by its parent company, Fuyo General Lease of Japan, from Air Lease Corporation (ALC) of the United States. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 55168, remains under an existing operating lease with ITA Airways, the flag carrier of Italy.
Airbus has initiated active discussions with airlines in Malaysia regarding potential acquisitions of its A220 aircraft, signaling a growing strategic interest in the region. The European aircraft manufacturer expects up to 400 additional orders for the A220 in Malaysia, reflecting both short-term sales opportunities and long-term fleet renewal dynamics.
Ryanair Holdings, Europe’s largest low-cost carrier, has reported a 16% decline in profit after tax for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, with net earnings dropping to $1.79 billion, even as revenues rose 4% year-on-year to $15.5 billion. The dip in profitability highlights the complex operating environment and evolving cost dynamics the airline is navigating.
Mesa Air Group, a regional airline operator based in the United States, has released its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, reporting a significant net loss of $114.6 million. The downturn was accompanied by a 13.1% decline in total operating revenues, which amounted to $103.2 million for the quarter.
airBaltic, the flag carrier of Latvia, has cautioned that it may need to secure additional funding from its shareholdersshould unfavorable conditions persist into the second half of 2025. The airline’s statement underlines growing financial uncertainty in a challenging market environment, with the company preparing for multiple potential outcomes.
