Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has reinforced its dominance in the widebody aircraft segment with a landmark order for 65 additional Boeing 777X jets, valued at US$ 38 billion at list prices. The announcement was made during the Dubai Airshow 2025, marking one of the most significant commercial aviation deals of the year.
Emirates Group has reported a new record-breaking half-year financial performance for the first half of the 2025–26 fiscal year, reaffirming its position as the world’s most profitable airline group. The Group posted a profit before tax of AED 12.2 billion (US$3.3 billion), representing a 17% year-on-year increase and the fourth consecutive half-year record. Group revenue climbed 4% to AED 75.4 billion (US$20.6 billion), reflecting…
Emirates has announced that it will deploy its Airbus A350 on the daily Dubai–Hangzhou service beginning October 26, 2025, only three months after launching flights to the Chinese city. The move underscores the airline’s commitment to strengthening its footprint in mainland China while delivering an elevated travel experience with its latest fleet addition.
Korean Air has taken a major step in reshaping its cargo operations by signing an agreement with Boeing for the purchase of eight new 777-8F freighters. The deal underscores the carrier’s strategy to balance both fleet renewal and growth, ensuring that it remains competitive in the global cargo market as demand patterns evolve.
British Airways has announced the discontinuation of its direct flights from London Gatwick to Las Vegas, effective October 25, 2025. This route adjustment is part of the airline’s broader strategic realignment of long-haul operations for the summer 2026 schedule. The move signals a consolidation of its Las Vegas services through London Heathrow, which will remain the sole British Airways hub…
One Air, the UK-based cargo airline, is preparing to take delivery of a new Boeing 777 Freighter, marking a significant step in the carrier’s fleet expansion strategy. The aircraft, with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 68454, will carry the registration G-ONEG and is expected to enter active service shortly following final delivery procedures.
Emirates has officially inaugurated its daily service between Dubai and Hangzhou, marking the airline’s fifth destination in mainland China and continuing a strategic expansion across East Asia. The new route, launched just weeks after the addition of Shenzhen, increases Emirates’ Chinese mainland services to 49 weekly flights, reinforcing its commitment to one of the world’s most dynamic aviation markets.
Saudia Group has entered into a 13-year maintenance agreement with Air France-KLM Group, under which Air France Industries (AFI) will provide comprehensive support for 86 GE90 engines powering Saudia’s Boeing 777 fleet. The agreement represents one of the largest long-term engine maintenance contracts involving the GE90, the world’s most powerful commercial jet engine.
EVA Air, based in Taiwan, has announced plans to convert three of its Boeing B777 aircraft into dedicated freighters, a strategic move that will expand the airline’s cargo fleet to 12 aircraft. The conversion effort reflects the airline’s proactive response to growing air freight demand in Asia and globally.
China Airlines has announced a significant order with Boeing for 14 next-generation 777X aircraft, including 10 777-9 passenger jets and 4 777-8 freighters (777-8F). The Taiwanese carrier also secured purchase options for an additional 5 777-9s and 4 777-8Fs, solidifying its long-term fleet modernization and cargo expansion plans.
