COMAC, the Chinese aircraft manufacturer, has made a strategic proposal to acquire a minimum 51% ownership stake in Lao Airlines, the national carrier of Laos. The offer is part of the Laotian government’s effort to address long-standing financial issues and operational inefficiencies that have plagued the airline for years.
Tibet Airlines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A319neo, serial 12306, powered by CFM International LEAP‑1A26engines. This addition further supports the airline’s expansion of efficient, high-altitude operations in China.
AerDragon (China) has completed the sale of one on-lease A320 aircraft to Crestone Air Partners (US). This transaction strengthens the US-based lessor’s aircraft portfolio, furthering its growth strategy in the global aircraft leasing market.
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.
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.
Volaris, a leading low-cost carrier in Mexico, and Hainan Airlines, a major Chinese airline, are planning to launch a codeshare agreement in the second half of 2025, pending regulatory approval. This strategic partnership is expected to enhance passenger connectivity between Mexico and China, expanding travel options and boosting economic and cultural exchanges.
Etihad and SF Airlines have finalized a Joint Business Agreement that aims to significantly boost their cargo operations and expand network capacity. This strategic partnership is designed to offer customers more flexibility and improved service options, strengthening the cargo capabilities of both airlines.
Air China has strengthened its domestic fleet with the delivery of a C919 aircraft, marked by serial number 00027 and powered by LEAP-1C30 engines. This move further solidifies the airline’s position as a key player in China’s rapidly evolving aviation market.
The United States government has implemented new restrictions suspending the export of certain critical aerospace technologies to China, including components related to jet engines that were destined for Chinese aircraft manufacturer COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China). The move is part of broader measures to limit China’s access to sensitive dual-use technologies amid escalating geopolitical tensions.
Air China and Cathay Pacific have established a New Framework Agreement to expand collaborative transactionsand deepen their strategic relationship. The agreement aims to extend cooperation beyond traditional codeshare and interline partnerships to include a broader scope involving their 30%-controlled corporations and shared ventures.
