China Eastern Airlines has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing manufacturer serial number 61637, powered by LEAP-1B27 engines. This delivery is part of the airline’s broader initiative to modernize its short-to-medium-haul operations with more fuel-efficient and environmentally compliant aircraft.
China Southern Airlines has issued a forecast anticipating a net loss ranging from US$187 million to US$245 millionfor the first half of 2025. The announcement signals a challenging start to the year for one of China’s largest carriers, as lingering structural issues and macroeconomic headwinds continue to impact profitability.
Air China has released a profit warning ahead of its first-half 2025 financial results, indicating that the airline anticipates a net loss between US$237 million and US$306 million. The forecast underscores continuing pressures on China’s flag carrier amid a difficult operating environment marked by increased fuel costs, competitive pricing, and a slower-than-expected international market recovery.
Air China and the Macau Special Administrative Region (SAR) government have increased their equity stakes in Air Macau following a substantial US$297 million capital injection into the airline. This financial maneuver comes in the wake of Air Macau’s US$84 million net loss in 2024, which raised solvency concerns for the region’s flagship carrier.
China Southern has expanded its long-haul fleet with the recent delivery of a Boeing 787-9, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 63989, and powered by GEnx-1B74/75 engines. This addition marks another step in the airline’s ongoing widebody fleet renewal and expansion strategy.
China Cargo Airlines, a leading cargo carrier based in China and part of the China Eastern Airlines Group, has taken delivery of a Boeing 777 Freighter (B777F) with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 69513. The aircraft is powered by GE90-110B1 engines, supplied by GE Aerospace, a widely trusted engine option for the B777 family.
Boeing has announced its commercial aircraft delivery performance for June 2025, reporting a total of 60 aircraft delivered during the month. This brings its second-quarter total to 150 aircraft, and a year-to-date delivery count of 280 aircraft through the end of June.
China Eastern Airlines has announced a broad revision of its existing aircraft and engine lease agreements, alongside the renewal of several key service contracts, including those related to financial services, logistics, and in-flight catering. The revised and renewed agreements come with proposed annual caps extending through 2028, signaling long-term operational planning and cost control.
Hainan Airlines of China and Air Europa of Spain have officially begun a new codeshare partnership effective 01 July 2025, significantly expanding their global reach. This cooperation interconnects the carriers’ networks across Asia, Europe, and Latin America, offering seamless travel options for passengers through integrated flight schedules and shared codes on select routes.
China Southern Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8 aircraft, bearing serial number 63279. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B engines, developed by CFM International, providing enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to older-generation engines.
