Virgin Australia has announced the appointment of Paul Jones as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), following the promotion of Dave Emerson to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The leadership transition marks a strategic movefor the airline as it continues its growth and commercial development.
Aircraft Leasing & Management (UK) has announced the acquisition of an A220-300 aircraft, bearing serial number 55176, from Air Lease (US). This marks a significant addition to its fleet, as the aircraft is already under an existing lease with ITA Airways (Italy).
SMBC Aviation Capital, a leading aircraft leasing firm headquartered in Dublin, has delivered an Airbus A320‑251N to SKY Express S.A., Greece’s prominent carrier. The aircraft, manufacturer serial number 12638, is powered by CFM International LEAP‑1A engines. Delivery was completed on June 26, 2025, at Airbus facilities in Toulouse, France.
Air Canada delivered robust results for the second quarter of 2025, achieving operating revenues of $5.632 billion, a 2% increase year over year. The carrier posted operating income of $418 million and adjusted EBITDA of $909 million, translating to a 16.1% EBITDA margin.
BOC Aviation (Singapore) has expanded the responsibilities of Paul Kent, its Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), to include oversight of the company’s global airline leasing and sales teams. This expansion consolidates the leasing and sales functions in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions under his leadership, integrating them with his existing responsibilities.
Japan Airlines (JAL) has officially taken delivery of its 10th Airbus A350-1000, continuing its strategic overhaul of its international long-haul fleet. The newest aircraft, registered as JA10WJ, joined the fleet on July 17, 2025, as part of the airline’s broader plan to phase out its aging Boeing 777-300ERs in favor of more efficient, modern widebodies.
