Garuda Indonesia has announced a major fleet expansion plan aiming to add up to 120 aircraft over the next five years. This bold move is part of the airline’s strategy to reclaim dominance in the domestic aviation market, with a target of achieving 50% market share across Indonesia.
IndiGo and Garuda Indonesia have entered into a codeshare agreement set to commence in July 2025, pending regulatory approval. This strategic partnership aims to expand network reach and provide passengers with enhanced flexibility and a wider range of travel options across the airlines’ combined routes.
Wings Air (Indonesia) has expanded its regional fleet with the delivery of an ATR72-600 aircraft, serial 1081. This aircraft is powered by PW127M engines, manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, known for their reliability and fuel efficiency in regional operations.
Bamboo Airways, a fast-growing Vietnamese carrier, has announced an ACMI lease agreement with BBN Airlines Indonesia for the wet lease of one Boeing 737-900ER aircraft. The aircraft will enter service beginning May 2025 and is scheduled to operate throughout the Summer 2025 season.
Garuda Indonesia is set to receive a financial boost through a capital injection from Danantara Indonesia, aimed at strengthening its working capital and contributing to the development of the tourism sector in Indonesia. This move comes as part of broader efforts to ensure the airline’s continued operational stability and to support national economic priorities tied to tourism and connectivity.
Asia Cargo Airlines, based in Indonesia, has officially placed its first Boeing B737-800SF into active service. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 35217, is now operating on behalf of CKB Logistics, a domestic and regional logistics provider in Indonesia.
Aircraft Leasing & Management (ALM), based in the UK, has successfully arranged the lease of two Boeing B737-800aircraft to Garuda Indonesia. The aircraft involved are identified by serial numbers 44217 and 44218, and the deal marks a continuation of Garuda’s gradual fleet renewal and capacity optimization efforts.
Garuda Indonesia has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A330-900, serial number 1887, acquired on lease. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 engines, offering improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions over previous-generation A330 models.
Garuda Indonesia has reported a net loss of $76.4 million for the first quarter of 2025, despite generating $603.6 million in revenue from scheduled flight operations. The results underscore the continuing financial challenges faced by the national carrier amid a complex post-restructuring recovery process.
Garuda Indonesia has expanded its widebody fleet with the wet lease of two Airbus A330-300 aircraft, manufacturer serial numbers (MSNs) 1619 and 692, from Thai AirAsia X. Both aircraft are powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines and are expected to support medium- to long-haul operations across the airline’s international network.
