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- Tourism Breaking News
flydubai strengthens strategic growth with 12 new aircraft deliveries in 2025
Post Views: 47 flydubai has taken delivery of seven new aircraft so far in 2025, with a further five Boeing 737 MAX 8s scheduled to join its fleet before the end of the year. These additions form an integral part of the airline's strategic growth plans, enabling the continued expansion of its network, enhancing operational efficiency and increasing capacity on existing routes. The seven new aircraft, received between April and August 2025, have seen the flydubai fleet grow to 93 aircraft. Once all 12 aircraft have been delivered this year, flydubai's fleet will stand at more than 95 aircraft, supporting the carrier's growing network of more than 135 destinations in 57 countries. This expansion continues to open up underserved markets, creating more travel opportunities and further strengthening Dubai's position as a leading global aviation hub. Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said: 'The arrival of these new aircraft is a testament to our long-term strategic vision and our confidence in the future of air travel. Our fleet investment supports our mission to offer greater choice, enhanced convenience and improved connectivity for our passengers. These deliveries are part of a backlog extensively delayed in recent years, and despite receiving 12 aircraft this year, we remain 20 aircraft behind our original projections.' 'The continued interest from our financing partners highlights the strength of our business model and our commitment to contributing to the UAE's leadership in global aviation. Looking ahead, these aircraft will enable us to unlock new destinations, optimise our operations and play an even greater role in supporting Dubai's growth as an international aviation hub,' added Al Ghaith. The favourable response to the airline's financing Request for Proposals (RFPs) and its ability to secure competitive financing for these deliveries reflect the strong confidence that global financial institutions and lessors have in flydubai's robust business model and its future growth prospects. The positive appetite from the market underscores the airline's resilience and its role as a key driver in the UAE's aviation sector. Financing for the first seven aircraft received this year has been secured under Islamic financing from Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), conventional debt financing from The National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah (RAKBANK), as well as sale and leaseback transactions with JP Lease Products & Services Co., Ltd (JLPS) and JLPS Ireland Limited.
Al Etihad
2 days ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
flydubai strengthens strategic growth with 12 new aircraft deliveries in 2025
14 Aug 2025 10:55 DUABI (ALETIHAD) flydubai has taken delivery of seven new aircraft so far in 2025, with a further five Boeing 737 MAX 8s scheduled to join its fleet before the end of the year. In a press release on Thursday, flydubai stated that these additions form an integral part of the airline's strategic growth plans, enabling the continued expansion of its network, enhancing operational efficiency and increasing capacity on existing seven new aircraft, received between April and August 2025, have seen the flydubai fleet grow to 93 aircraft. Once all 12 aircraft have been delivered this year, flydubai's fleet will stand at more than 95 aircraft, supporting the carrier's growing network of more than 135 destinations in 57 countries. This expansion continues to open up underserved markets, creating more travel opportunities and further strengthening Dubai's position as a leading global aviation Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said: 'The arrival of these new aircraft is a testament to our long-term strategic vision and our confidence in the future of air travel. Our fleet investment supports our mission to offer greater choice, enhanced convenience and improved connectivity for our passengers. These deliveries are part of a backlog extensively delayed in recent years, and despite receiving 12 aircraft this year, we remain 20 aircraft behind our original projections.''The continued interest from our financing partners highlights the strength of our business model and our commitment to contributing to the UAE's leadership in global aviation. Looking ahead, these aircraft will enable us to unlock new destinations, optimise our operations and play an even greater role in supporting Dubai's growth as an international aviation hub,' added Al favourable response to the airline's financing Request for Proposals (RFPs) and its ability to secure competitive financing for these deliveries reflect the strong confidence that global financial institutions and lessors have in flydubai's robust business model and its future growth prospects. The positive appetite from the market underscores the airline's resilience and its role as a key driver in the UAE's aviation sector. Financing for the first seven aircraft received this year has been secured under Islamic financing from Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), conventional debt financing from The National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah (RAKBANK), as well as sale and leaseback transactions with JP Lease Products & Services Co., Ltd (JLPS) and JLPS Ireland parallel with its growing fleet, flydubai continues to expand its network and has added 11 new destinations this year, including seasonal summer destinations Antalya and Al Alamein, as well as Damascus and Peshawar. The carrier is also set to welcome four new destinations in Europe, including Chișinău and Iași from September and Vilnius and Riga from December, further strengthening its presence in the region and providing passengers with greater choice and its aircraft deliveries, flydubai has continued to invest in enhancing the customer experience and driving innovation. Since the beginning of 2024, 23 Next-Generation Boeing 737-800s have undergone a full cabin retrofit as part of the carrier's multimillion-dollar retrofit programme, which will continue into 2026. The new onboard cabin interior features flydubai's flagship lie-flat seats in Business Class as well as exceptional in-flight entertainment in Economy Class, ensuring a consistent and enhanced travel experience across the fleet. To support the ongoing strategic growth plans, flydubai's ongoing recruitment drive has grown its workforce to more than 6,500 employees across different functions, a 10% increase in the number of employees compared to 2024. The airline has also launched its new Ab Initio Pilot Training Programme (MPL) to shape students into future pilots, who will play a key role in supporting the airline's ambitious growth plans.
The Star
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Boeing opens KL office to support Malaysia's aerospace aspirations
KUALA LUMPUR: Boeing's new office in the heart of Kuala Lumpur will serve as a pivotal hub to strengthen the aerospace company's customer support, aviation safety, sustainability and supply chain in Malaysia, according to its president, Penny Burtt. In a statement today, she said the company is honoured to support the nation's vision of becoming a key aerospace node in the region as outlined in the country's Aerospace Blueprint 2030, noting that Malaysia is home to one of the largest aviation markets in Asia-Pacific "The opening of Boeing's new expanded corporate office in Kuala Lumpur reflects our deep commitment to the Malaysian government, our employees, customers and partners in the country," she said. The opening ceremony of the aviation giant's corporate office in Menara Hap Seng 3 here today was officiated by the Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) Liew Chin Tong, United States Ambassador to Malaysia Edgard D. Kagan and National Aerospace Industry Coordinating Office (NAICO) chief executive officer Shamsul Kamar Abu Samah. In his opening remarks, Liew said the new office is a testament to Boeing's commitment to Malaysia as a part of the nation's aerospace journey. "Boeing's journey with Malaysia spans over 70 years, beginning with the delivery of the Douglas DC-3 aircraft in 1947. "Since then, Boeing has played an important role in supporting our aviation and aerospace growth," he said. Liew added that to date, more than 140 Boeing aircraft have been delivered to Malaysian carriers, including over 100 Boeing 737s to Malaysia Airlines. "The Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) has also announced its intention to purchase 30 Boeing 737 MAX 8s and an option to procure 30 more. "This provides Boeing and Malaysia the opportunity to collaborate on the next phase of aerospace development, from local supply chain expansion to talent upskilling and sustainability leadership," he said. The New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030) lists aerospace as a priority sector to drive innovation, deepen economic complexity, and achieve net-zero ambitions. The initiatives for the aerospace industry under NIMP 2030 are spearheaded by the National Aerospace Industry Corporation Malaysia, the key implementing agency. Liew noted that Boeing's presence in Malaysia goes beyond aircraft sales, as the company has also set up its sole wholly owned manufacturing facility in Southeast Asia in Bukit Kayu Hitam, Kedah. "With a workforce of nearly 1,000 Malaysians, the Boeing Composites Malaysia has an impeccable record in producing composite parts for the 737, 767, 777, and 787 programmes-contributing directly to Boeing's global production network," he added. - Bernama
Malay Mail
16-07-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Boeing opens new Kuala Lumpur office to boost support for Malaysia's aerospace goals
KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 — Boeing's new office in the heart of Kuala Lumpur will serve as a pivotal hub to strengthen the aerospace company's customer support, aviation safety, sustainability and supply chain in Malaysia, according to its president, Penny Burtt. In a statement today, she said the company is honoured to support the nation's vision of becoming a key aerospace node in the region as outlined in the country's Aerospace Blueprint 2030, noting that Malaysia is home to one of the largest aviation markets in Asia-Pacific 'The opening of Boeing's new expanded corporate office in Kuala Lumpur reflects our deep commitment to the Malaysian government, our employees, customers and partners in the country,' she said. The opening ceremony of the aviation giant's corporate office in Menara Hap Seng 3 here today was officiated by the Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (Miti) Liew Chin Tong, United States Ambassador to Malaysia Edgard D. Kagan and National Aerospace Industry Coordinating Office (Naico) chief executive officer Shamsul Kamar Abu Samah. In his opening remarks, Liew said the new office is a testament to Boeing's commitment to Malaysia as a part of the nation's aerospace journey. 'Boeing's journey with Malaysia spans over 70 years, beginning with the delivery of the Douglas DC-3 aircraft in 1947. 'Since then, Boeing has played an important role in supporting our aviation and aerospace growth,' he said. Liew added that to date, more than 140 Boeing aircraft have been delivered to Malaysian carriers, including over 100 Boeing 737s to Malaysia Airlines. 'The Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) has also announced its intention to purchase 30 Boeing 737 MAX 8s and an option to procure 30 more. 'This provides Boeing and Malaysia the opportunity to collaborate on the next phase of aerospace development, from local supply chain expansion to talent upskilling and sustainability leadership,' he said. The New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030) lists aerospace as a priority sector to drive innovation, deepen economic complexity, and achieve net-zero ambitions. The initiatives for the aerospace industry under NIMP 2030 are spearheaded by the National Aerospace Industry Corporation Malaysia, the key implementing agency. Liew noted that Boeing's presence in Malaysia goes beyond aircraft sales, as the company has also set up its sole wholly owned manufacturing facility in Southeast Asia in Bukit Kayu Hitam, Kedah. 'With a workforce of nearly 1,000 Malaysians, the Boeing Composites Malaysia has an impeccable record in producing composite parts for the 737, 767, 777, and 787 programmes — contributing directly to Boeing's global production network,' he added. — Bernama
Maroc
17-06-2025
- Business
- Maroc
Royal Air Maroc Expands Summer Capacity to Record 6.6 Million Seats Amid Travel Surge
Morocco's national carrier, Royal Air Maroc (RAM), will offer a record 6.6 million seats for summer 2025, up by more than 700,000 from last year, as part of a major ramp-up to meet surging travel demand, particularly from the Moroccan diaspora, the airline said Monday. The expanded schedule includes over 95 destinations, with new long-haul routes to São Paulo, Beijing, Toronto, and Catania, and additional domestic and African frequencies. RAM also added a third London route via Stansted, supplementing its existing services from Heathrow and Gatwick. The carrier is modernizing its fleet with eight new aircrafts, including two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and six Boeing 737 MAX 8s, reducing reliance on leased aircraft. It will, however, wet-lease four additional planes for the season to cover peak demand across Casablanca, Tangier, Nador, and Oujda. RAM is also overhauling its Casablanca hub operations with new scheduling windows to improve connectivity—dedicating overnight slots to European routes and daytime slots to African destinations. The expansion is part of RAM's broader strategy to position Morocco as a strategic aviation hub and improve the passenger experience, CEO Hamid Addou said. Ticket sales for the summer program are now available across all official channels. MAP: 16 June 2025
