Avolon, the Dublin‑based aircraft lessor and one of the top global leasing firms, has placed a firm order with Airbus for 90 new aircraft — specifically, 75 A321neo single-aisle jets and 15 A330neo widebodies — with delivery scheduled through 2033.
Cebu Pacific has marked a major fleet milestone with the delivery of a new Airbus A330neo, bringing its total fleet to 100 aircraft. The delivered aircraft carries serial number 2095 and is the second of four A330neos scheduled for delivery in 2025. The carrier anticipates receiving a total of seven aircraft during the year.
Condor has expanded its widebody order book with a new purchase of four Airbus A330-900 aircraft, bringing its total commitment to the A330neo program to 25 aircraft by the year 2031. The airline, which currently operates 18 A330neos, expects to receive three additional units by the end of 2027, followed by the newly ordered four over the subsequent years.
Airbus has released its commercial aircraft delivery and order results for the first half of 2026, reporting 306 aircraft deliveries, representing a 5.56% decline compared to the 323 units delivered in the same period of 2024. Despite the drop in deliveries, the European planemaker posted strong new order activity, reflecting continued customer confidence in its aircraft lineup.
Airbus is reportedly close to securing a major order for 20 A330neo aircraft from Malaysia Aviation Group, in what would mark a significant widebody acquisition for the Southeast Asian carrier. The deal is expected to be finalized and publicly announced later this week.
Condor, the German leisure airline, has announced that it expects to take delivery of three Airbus A321neo aircraft by the end of 2025. The deliveries are part of the carrier’s ongoing fleet renewal program aimed at improving fuel efficiency, lowering emissions, and modernizing its narrowbody fleet for short- and medium-haul routes.
Malaysia Airlines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A330-900, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 2097, as part of its widebody fleet renewal strategy. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 engines and has been acquired under a lease agreement, signaling the carrier’s shift toward next-generation fuel-efficient long-haul aircraft.
Airhub Aviation, a global aviation asset management and leasing company and part of GetJet Aviation Holdings, has signed a multi-year framework agreement with Airbus for direct access to engineering services and certified upgrades. This strategic partnership will enable Airhub to enhance its asset lifecycle services, particularly for midlife and end-of-life Airbus aircraft.
Kuwait Airways has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A330-900, bearing manufacturer serial number 2093. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 engines and forms part of the airline’s strategy to modernize its long-haul operations with more fuel-efficient and passenger-friendly aircraft.
VietJet Air, the Vietnamese low-cost carrier, has significantly expanded its relationship with Rolls-Royce through a major engine acquisition. The airline has placed an order for 40 Trent 7000 engines to power its fleet of 20 Airbus A330neo aircraft, further supported by a long-term TotalCare® service agreement for engine maintenance.
