Saudia announces order of 20 Airbus A330neo planes
Saudia Group has announced a new aircraft deal with Airbus to enhance its fleet by adding up to 20 new wide-body A330neo aircraft.
10 of which the new planes are for flyadeal, the Group's low-cost carrier.
The A330neo model aligns with the Saudia Group's strategy to broaden its operational reach and introduce more destinations.
Saudia and flyadeal order Airbus A330neo planes
Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027, with the final aircraft arriving in 2029.
Ibrahim Al-Omar, Director General of Saudia Group, said: 'Today's deal marks a pivotal milestone in our ambitious strategy to modernise and expand our fleet.
'It builds on last year's historic deal with Airbus for 105 aircraft. This step aligns with our national strategies under Saudi Vision 2030, which aim to connect 250 destinations and facilitate the travel of over 330m travellers and 150m tourists by 2030.
'This deal supports Saudia Group's plans to grow and improve its operations. It adds to the modernisation of our fleet, improves aircraft maintenance, and makes our overall operations more efficient.'
Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Executive Vice President of Sales for the Commercial Aircraft business at Airbus, said: 'Saudia Group's A330neo order for flyadeal marks a key step in advancing the Kingdom's aviation ambition to unlock long-haul markets and attract new customers.
'The A330neo's proven versatility, new-generation efficiency, and excellent passenger experience will perfectly support Saudia Group's strategic growth and solidify their position as a global aviation leader.
'We look forward to seeing this versatile champion fly in flyadeal colours.'
The airline group currently operates a fleet of 194 aircraft, serving commercial aviation, cargo operations, and logistics services.
The Group is set for significant expansion, with 191 new aircraft scheduled for delivery in the coming years.
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