Sichuan Airlines (China) has expanded its long-haul fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A350-900 aircraft, serial number 649. This aircraft is powered by advanced Trent XWB-84 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and performance.
BOC Aviation (Singapore) has entered into an agreement with Airbus to purchase nine A320neo aircraft, demonstrating continued demand for efficient narrowbody aircraft in the global market. The lessor has committed all nine aircraft on long-term leases to avianca (Colombia), bolstering the South American carrier’s fleet renewal and expansion plans.
Air Montenegro has announced that it has wet leased one Airbus A320 (serial number 4973) from Danish Air Transport (DAT). The lease agreement is in place until at least 10 June 2025, highlighting the airline’s efforts to maintain operational flexibility and meet passenger demand during the busy summer season.
Airbus is reportedly in advanced negotiations with China to sell up to 500 aircraft, marking one of the largest potential orders in the aerospace sector. The discussions are expected to culminate in formal agreements as early as July 2025, coinciding with a summit between European and Chinese leaders in Beijing.
Air Cairo is poised to bolster its fleet with the delivery of two Airbus A320 aircraft, identified by serial numbers 6500and 6458. These aircraft acquisitions are facilitated under a lease agreement with Macquarie AirFinance, a major aircraft leasing company based in Ireland. This move marks a strategic expansion for the Egyptian carrier, strengthening its capacity and operational flexibility.
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the UAE-based low-cost carrier, has expanded its fleet with the addition of two A320 aircraft. The new aircraft, bearing serial numbers 5004 and 5058, are powered by CFM56-5B4/3 engines, aligning with the airline’s focus on maintaining operational efficiency and reliability.
Vietravel Airlines (Vietnam) has announced plans to purchase one A321 aircraft in late June 2025, followed by two A320 aircraft in July 2025. This move signals the airline’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its fleet and expanding its domestic and regional operations.
SkyUp Europe (Malta) has expanded its fleet with the addition of an A321neo aircraft, serial 11345, under a wet lease arrangement with PLAY Europe (Malta). The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and lower carbon footprint.
Icelandair has added a new A321neo aircraft, serial 12452, to its fleet under a lease arrangement. This aircraft is powered by PW1133G-JM engines, produced by Pratt & Whitney, offering superior fuel efficiency and lower emissions compared to older narrowbody aircraft in the airline’s fleet.
Emirates (UAE) has taken delivery of a new A350-900 aircraft, serial 704, which is powered by Trent XWB-84 enginesproduced by Rolls-Royce. This addition marks a milestone for Emirates as it incorporates the highly efficient A350-900 into its modern fleet, expanding its long-haul capacity and supporting its sustainability goals.
