SAS has made a decisive move to modernize and expand its long-haul network by ordering 18 Airbus A330neo aircraft, marking one of its largest fleet renewal investments to date and generating industry interest regarding its growth strategy.
ITA Airways, Italy’s national carrier, has officially inaugurated its new direct connection between Rome Fiumicino and Mauritius, marking its first-ever nonstop service to the Indian Ocean island. The inaugural flight landed at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport at 11:20 a.m. local time, operated by the airline’s state-of-the-art Airbus A330-900neo.
Malaysia Airlines is preparing to take delivery of a new Airbus A330-941, further advancing its widebody fleet renewal program. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number (MSN) 2102 and registered as 9M-MNM, will be configured in a two-class layout with 28 business class seats and 269 economy class seats, offering a total of 297 seats.
Air Côte d’Ivoire has officially revealed its first Airbus A330-900neo, which will be used to launch direct long-haul flights between Abidjan and Paris, a significant first for the airline and for the country’s aviation sector. The aircraft was unveiled on August 6, 2025, just ahead of Côte d’Ivoire’s 65th independence anniversary, symbolizing a new era in Ivorian civil aviation.
Rolls-Royce has announced that its £1 billion investment in durability improvements across its Trent engine family is delivering significant benefits to airline customers. The program, part of Rolls-Royce’s wider business transformation, has resulted in a dramatic rise in time-on-wing performance across the Trent 1000, Trent 7000, and Trent XWB variants, with forecasted improvements rising from 40% to 80%.
Avolon, a leading global aviation finance company, has confirmed that its landmark order for 75 Airbus A321neo and 15 Airbus A330neo aircraft is now unconditional. The finalization follows shareholder approval from Bohai Leasing Co., Ltd., which holds a 70% stake in Avolon.
Air Côte d’Ivoire is preparing to take delivery of its first Airbus A330-900neo, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s fleet development and long-haul ambitions. The aircraft, an A330-941 with MSN 2086, is registered as TU-TRGand is currently undergoing pre-delivery preparations at Airbus.
Delta Airlines has officially taken delivery of a brand-new Airbus A330-900, further strengthening its widebody fleet for international long-haul operations. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 2101, with the registration N438DX represents another step in the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization strategy and commitment to passenger comfort, fuel efficiency, and lower emissions.
Avolon, the Dublin‑based aircraft lessor and one of the top global leasing firms, has placed a firm order with Airbus for 90 new aircraft — specifically, 75 A321neo single-aisle jets and 15 A330neo widebodies — with delivery scheduled through 2033.
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, has officially exercised its purchase rights for 20 Airbus A330-900 aircraft. These widebody jets are slated for delivery between 2029 and 2031, as part of the group’s long-term fleet renewal strategy.
