Somon Air Reports Traffic Growth And Plans 2026 Fleet Expansion
Somon Air continued to record steady traffic growth in 2025, reflecting a sustained recovery in demand and positioning the carrier for further fleet and network expansion in 2026.
Somon Air continued to record steady traffic growth in 2025, reflecting a sustained recovery in demand and positioning the carrier for further fleet and network expansion in 2026.
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has reported a record-setting performance for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, reflecting strong travel demand and strategic route expansion. The Japanese carrier posted total revenue of ¥548.7 billion, marking the highest-ever Q1 revenue figure in the airline’s history.
Akasa Air, one of India’s newest and rapidly growing carriers, has reported robust financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, highlighting its aggressive expansion and disciplined cost management. The airline announced a 49% year-on-year revenue increase, attributing the gain to strong unit profitability and a stage-adjusted RASK increase of 13%.
Bamboo Airways, one of Vietnam’s rising full-service carriers, has initiated a five-year strategic plan covering 2025 through 2030, aimed at achieving long-term financial sustainability and operational profitability. The carrier is actively working with strategic investors and consulting partners to guide this transition and prepare for its next phase of expansion.
Iberia, the flag carrier of Spain, has announced an ambitious strategic plan aimed at increasing its operating profit to US$1.6 billion over the coming years. This represents a 40% improvement compared to its 2023 financial performance. The initiative is supported by a planned US$7 billion investment, which will be deployed across fleet, infrastructure, technology, and customer experience enhancements.
Ibom Air, a Nigerian-based airline, has reported impressive financial results for the year 2024, with revenue climbing by 43% to $62.1 million and a net profit of $4.4 million. This represents a significant milestone in the airline’s operational maturity and financial resilience, reflecting strong demand, strategic expansion, and improved cost control.
Vietnam Airlines has received official shareholder approval to increase its charter capital by $347.1 million, forming a central component of its strategic long-term plan. The capital infusion will support the acquisition of 50 new aircraft, significantly strengthening the airline’s competitive position in both domestic and international markets.
South African Airways (SAA) has announced an ambitious plan to expand its fleet to 50 aircraft within the next three years, signaling renewed growth after years of restructuring and operational uncertainty. The airline intends to acquire 30 additional aircraft to complement its current fleet of 20.
Garuda Indonesia has announced plans to acquire up to 100 new aircraft from Boeing and Airbus by the end of 2025, as disclosed by Deputy Minister of Industry Faisol Riza at an event in Jakarta. This expansion is intended to strengthen Indonesia’s commercial aviation sector, aligning with the growth of the national aerospace industry.
airBaltic has reported strong passenger growth for February 2025, carrying 289,500 passengers, a 4% increasecompared to the same period last year. This marks the highest February passenger count in the airline’s history, reflecting its continued expansion and operational efficiency.